Eve Carson Memorial 5K

FEB
15
2026
An annual 5K in Chapel Hill on February 15, 2026 that honors Eve Carson and supports scholarship and literacy programs. In person and virtual options are available along with a commemorative T shirt and campus pre race activities.
Sun 15 Feb 2026
5 kilometers

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Eve Carson Memorial 5K for Education

The Eve Carson Memorial 5K for Education is the 18th annual 5K held on February 15, 2026 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The event recognizes the leadership and community service Eve Carson demonstrated during her time at UNC Chapel Hill.

The program includes an in person 5K, a virtual 5K, and a commemorative T shirt only option. The route starts and finishes at Bynum Hall Circle on the UNC campus. Packet pickup is scheduled for Friday February 13 on campus and same day pickup is available before the event. Pre race festivities feature a performance by the Clef Hangers and the event will include vendors and family friendly activities. Virtual participants can join a Strava group to track their run or walk and compete through February 20, 2026.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Eve Marie Carson Memorial Junior Year Merit Scholarship and the Pi Beta Phi Literacy Fund. Sponsors listed for the year include Mill House, Red Bull, Celsius, and Fazit. The event location is Bynum Hall, 222 East Cameron Ave, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 United States. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k in-Person Participant
Commemorative T-Shirt Only
Virtual 5k Participant