Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit
- Date
- August 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Walk/Run · 10K Walk/Run · One Mile Fun Run
From the Organizer
Last year, you absolutely crushed it. 2025 was a record-setting year for registrations, filling the downtown streets with more energy than we’ve ever seen! But here’s the thing... we’re a little competitive. This year, we want to go even bigger, faster, and even more fun. Welcome to Year Two of the Tuesday night tradition—let’s see if we can blow that 2025 record out of the water!
This is your chance to run with the law! (The legal kind, we promise). 👟🚓 Whether you’re trying to outpace a patrol car or just want to take a sunset selfie with our local officers, this race is all about community, connection, and a little bit of healthy competition.
This is more than just your new PR
We’re lacing up for a massive cause. All proceeds benefit the NC Special Olympics, providing local athletes with the resources to compete and thrive. When you register, you aren’t just hitting the pavement—you’re helping an athlete reach their gold medal dreams. 🌟💙
The Tuesday Takeover
National Night Out is coming in October, but we’re starting the party early. Join us on Tuesday, August 4th for the ultimate downtown sunset vibes.
Why 2026 is the Year to Beat:
The Record-Breaker Challenge: Help us smash last year’s registration numbers. Bring a friend, a neighbor, or even your mail carrier.
·Downtown Glory: We’re back on the riverfront and city streets at the golden hour. No filters needed.
· You’ve got encouragement around every corner—our local officers will be there with high-fives whenever you need a lift. Just remember, the only “speeding” we’re cheering for is the kind powered by your feet on the pavement!
Last year was historic, but 2026 is going to be epic. Register today, help us support the Special Olympics, and let’s make this the biggest Sunset Pursuit in history!
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
89°
Typical Low
72°
Chance of Rain
46%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New River Mcaf, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Jacksonville, NC
Population
73,507
as of 2023
Elevation
18 ft
Nearest Airport
OAJ
Albert J Ellis Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 111 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit
- Date
- August 4, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit?
- Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit is a running race held in Jacksonville, North Carolina on August 4, 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 Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit?
- Tuesday, August 4, 2026 in Jacksonville, North Carolina at 421 Court Street, Jacksonville, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit
Aug 4, 2026