UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber)
- Date
- March 6, 2027
- Distance
- UNC Health Southeastern 5K · UNC Health Southeastern 10K · UNC Health Southeastern Family Fun Mile
From the Organizer
Very flat, fast, and fun! The course is measured and certified. All 5K/10K racers will receive a free t-shirt. All those who registered before February 1st will be guaranteed their shirt size. All 5K & 10K participants receive free entrance to the Chili Roundup following the 10k & 5k!
Chili Roundup comes with unlimited chili tastings and 2 free beverages (must be 21+ for the alcoholic beverages).
Prize money for both the 5K & 10K is as follows: Overall Male and Female Places 1 ($200), 2 ($175) and 3 ($150). Masters Males and Females Places 1 ($150), 2 ($125) and 3 ($100). GrandMasters Males and Females Places 1 ($100), 2 ($75) and 3 ($50).
Runners can register on the day of the race using RunSignUp but will still need to check in at the Registration tent to get their bib. Sponsored Runners will need to register on RunSignUp using their specific sponsor vouchers but will still need to check in to get their bib.
Early race checkin will be held on Friday during the Food Truck Extravaganza.
Check-in day of will begin at 7:30.
These races are part of the Rumba on the Lumber Festival 2026 with live music, arts and crafts, chili, food, and more!
Please note: This race is rain or shine. Due to safety and insurance concerns, pets are not allowed on the race course.
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
62°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lumberton, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lumberton, NC
Elevation
115 ft
Nearest Airport
FAY
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis Field · 26 mi
Major Hub
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport · 66 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber), put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber)
- Date
- March 6, 2027
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 UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber)?
- UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber) is a running race held in Lumberton, North Carolina on March 6, 2027. 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 UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber)?
- Saturday, March 6, 2027 in Lumberton, North Carolina at Chestnut and 4th Streets, Lumberton, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber)
Mar 6, 2027