Run for Your Life 5K
- Date
- October 31, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Fun Run
From the Organizer
Join us for the 14th Annual Run For Your Life 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in historic Downtown Tarboro! Lace up your running shoes—or walking shoes!—for a morning full of community spirit, celebration, and purpose.
This event is the signature fundraiser for the Edgecombe Cancer Support Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to providing financial assistance to Edgecombe County residents undergoing cancer treatment. While many assume that cancer patients’ needs are fully covered, the reality is different—rising treatment costs, insurance gaps, and day-to-day living expenses leave many in our community struggling.
That’s where you come in.
100% of race proceeds go directly to local people with cancer. Administered by a team of passionate volunteers, these funds help ease the burden on our neighbors so they can focus on healing.
Every step you take helps someone in our county fight their battle with cancer. Whether you're running for a loved one, walking for hope, or cheering from the sidelines, you're making a difference.
Let’s come together, have fun, and support our fighters—because no one in Edgecombe County should face cancer alone.
KEY DATES:
- Sponsor deadline: 9/30/2026
- T-shirt size guarantee: 9/30/2026
- In Memory/Honor Sign purchase deadline through ECSF Website (edgecombecancer.org) : 9/30/26
- Online registration will close on October 29, 2026, at 11:59 PM (Cost increases by $5 after online registration closes.)
- Register in person on 10/30 or 10/31 at packet pick up site, TBC ($5 cost increase | cash, card, check)
PACKET PICKUP:
- Friday(10/30/26): 5-8 PM at Tarboro Brewing Company (526 N Main Street, Tarboro, NC)
- Saturday(10/31/26): 7:00-8:30 AM at Tarboro Brewing Company (526 N Main Street, Tarboro, NC)
Race Awards:
- Top 3 Overall Male/Female
- Top 2 Male/Female in each age categories: 15 & under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over
Charity Concert:
Join us Friday, October 30, from 6–9 PM at TBC for a high-energy evening in support of the Edgecombe Cancer Support Foundation. We’ll have music and a raffle to keep things exciting! TBC will be pouring drinks and a local food truck will be on site. Bring your friends and your giving spirit—donations are welcome and appreciated.
All proceeds from the Run For Your Life events support the Edgecombe Cancer Support Foundation and, ultimately, Edgecombe County residents fighting cancer!!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
68°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Tarboro 1 S, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Tarboro, NC
Population
10,705
as of 2023
Elevation
36 ft
Nearest Airport
PGV
Pitt-Greenville Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 70 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run for Your Life 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
145
Days to train
- Race
- Run for Your Life 5K
- Date
- October 31, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run for Your Life 5K?
- Run for Your Life 5K is a running race held in Tarboro, North Carolina on October 31, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Run for Your Life 5K?
- Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Tarboro, North Carolina at 526 North Main Street, Tarboro, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run for Your Life 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run for Your Life 5K
Oct 31, 2026