
The EPIC Center's Walk 4 Life and 5K is a running race on April 17, 2027 in Kinston, NC, with entry fees from $20 to $30.
From the Organizer
Join us on April 17 for the EPIC Center’s Walk 4 Life and 5K! This event offers a chance to get active while supporting the EPIC Center’s mission of offering life-affirming support and care to women facing unexpected pregnancies. Our goal is to bring our community together to stand for life and support families in our community.
The Event begins at 8:00 AM with opening ceremonies. The 5K and One Mile Walk will start at the conclusion of the opening ceremonies.
By walking with us, you’re sending a powerful message that life matters and that no one walks alone in their journey of motherhood. Families, churches, and individuals are encouraged to join this inspiring event, uniting as a community to uplift local families and celebrate the value of life. We welcome strollers, walkers, and wheelchairs. No pets, please.
Come be part of our powerful message of encouragement and advocacy. Together, let’s make a difference, one step at a time!
We need volunteers to make this event a success! Anyone interested in helping can call the Kinston office at 252-523-9516.
Giveaway: You MUST register by 03/23/27 to receive a free race T-shirt with your registration. You will receive your race tees at check-in on race day.
Additional race t-shirts are available for $15.00 on race day--while supplies last.
Weather
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
74°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kinston 7 Se, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
19,576
as of 2023
City Elevation
25 ft
Nearest Airport
PGV
Pitt-Greenville Airport · 28 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 79 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.
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The EPIC Center's Walk 4 Life and 5K
Apr 17, 2027