Three Little Pigs 5K Trail Run
Three Little Pigs 5K Trail Run is a running and trail running race on October 10, 2026 in Pittsboro, NC, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- October 10, 2026 (70 days to go)
- Location
- 7236 NC Hwy 87 N, Pittsboro, NC
- Price
- $30
- Sports
- RunningTrail Running
From the Organizer
Join us on Saturday, October 10th from 9:00am - 1:00pm in Pittsboro, North Carolina!
This 5K trail run will be held at Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, a sanctuary providing lifelong care to farm animals rescued from abuse, neglect and abandonment. In this officially timed race, you will make three loops on gravel roads that wind through the beautiful fields and forests of our sanctuary. Our rescued goats, sheep, cows, ducks, geese and chickens will cheer you on as you pass by their houses and habitats! Immediately following the official 5K, we will host a Kids' Run.
The event includes delicious offerings from food and drink vendors and a trophy ceremony for winners. All participants who register before September 18th will receive:
- Race T-shirts
- Swag Bag
- Finisher Medals
Early bird tickets are only $30 and end August 1st. After that, tickets are $40. Day of registration tickets are $50. So register now! Please note that we can only guarantee race t-shirts, swag bags, and finisher medals to individuals who register before September 18th.
Check out a preview of the course in our video below:
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
74°
Typical Low
50°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cane Creek Rsvr, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Pittsboro, NC
City Elevation
380 ft
Nearest Airport
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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70
Days to train
- Race
- Three Little Pigs 5K Trail Run
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Location
- 7236 NC Hwy 87 N, Pittsboro, NC
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About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
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Three Little Pigs 5K Trail Run
Oct 10, 2026