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 on March 6, 2027 in Lumberton, NC, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- March 6, 2027 (226 days to go)
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
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
City 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
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226
Days to train
- Race
- UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber)
- Date
- March 6, 2027
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UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber)
Mar 6, 2027