Stars, Stripes, & Strides
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Location
- 801 High House Rd., Cary, NC
- Distance
- 15K · 10K · 5K & more
From the Organizer
Benefitting the US Veterans Corps
Course Records - Fred G. Bond Metro Park
Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!
5K - Male: C. Mills - 18:00 (2024) 5K - Female: M. Leonard - 20:11 (2025)
10K - Male: T. Woolard/M. Yarborough - 40:44 (2023) 10K - Female: M. Openchowski - 50:28 (2024)
15K - Male: C. Mershon - 1:00:25 (2025) 15K - Female: L. Gallicchio - 1:25:12 (2025)
RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!
Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Stars, Stripes, & Strides event benefitting the US Veterans Corps to celebrate Veterans Day weekend!
IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION
VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION
COURSE MAPS
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
SPECTATOR INFORMATION
Their Mission: We are a Corps of Military and First Responder Veterans performing "Hands On" community service with a mission deployment attitude!
The US Veterans Corps was an idea that was based on the experiences that Ft. Bragg and Camp Lejeune Veterans had while volunteering for ABC’s Extreme Makeover Home Edition and Operation: Coming Home that built and donated a brand new Hero Home for a disabled combat veteran. When the keys were delivered and the event ended there was a strong urge from these Veterans to continue the mission and therefore created the US Veterans Corps.
Other US Veterans Corps missions include:
- Toys For Lil’ Troops - Toys For Lil’ Troops provides toys to the children of deployed or low income troops.
- Rescue Ruck - Rescue Ruck provides food for US Military & First Responder Veteran families in need.
- Rescue Response Team - The Rescue Response Team provides aid during natural disasters. We also respond to other emergency and contingency missions.
- Tactical Caisson Unit/Funeral Honors - The US Veterans Corps Tactical Caisson Unit transports US Military & First Responder Veterans. No hearse for our Heroes.
- Military Vehicles USA - Military Vehicles USA is a group of veteran volunteers who restore military vehicles and equipment for civilian service. Our objective is to educate and serve our community with these historic vehicles.
All races will have a mass start at 9:00 AM for the 5K / 10K /15K and the course closes for all races at 10:30 AM (In-person Race Day Schedule). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at info@fitandable.net.
WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH STARS, STRIPES, & STRIDES REGISTRATION:
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IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 10K, and 15K race options
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Stars, Stripes, & Strides shirt and finishers medal included for 5K, 10K, and 15K participants (guaranteed if signed up by November 1st). Shirts available for purchase separately.
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Over $4,000 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male/Female each race), Age Group (Top 3 Male/Female each age group), Picking Up the Pace, & New Course Record awards
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Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details below
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Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series
If you are interested in sponsoring the Stars, Stripes, & Strides please email Info@FitandAble.net for more information!
We can't wait to see you at Stars, Stripes, & Strides!
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
63°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Apex, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cary, NC
Population
176,686
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 7 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 Stars, Stripes, & Strides, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
159
Days to train
- Race
- Stars, Stripes, & Strides
- Date
- November 14, 2026
- Location
- 801 High House Rd., Cary, NC
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Stars, Stripes, & Strides?
- Stars, Stripes, & Strides is a running race held in Cary, North Carolina on November 14, 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 Stars, Stripes, & Strides?
- Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Cary, North Carolina at 801 High House Rd., Cary, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Stars, Stripes, & Strides?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Stars, Stripes, & Strides
Nov 14, 2026