US Road Running - Rocky Mount

AUG
1
2026
Choose your challenge at the Ninja running event in Rocky Mount's Stith-Talbert Park. Run a 5K, 10K, or half marathon on an out-and-back course. All finishers receive a medal, and costumes are encouraged.
Sat 1 Aug 2026
Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Ninja event offers a 5K, 10K, and half marathon on August 1, 2026 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The start and finish location is Stith-Talbert Park at 799 Pennsylvania Ave.

Distances and Course

Participants can choose from three distances:

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • Half Marathon

All courses are out-and-back loops. The 5K and 10K share a 1.56-mile out-and-back segment; the 5K completes it twice and the 10K four times. The half marathon uses a separate 2.18-mile out-and-back loop, which is completed six times. A course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes is in effect.

Registration and Logistics

Registration is required through RunSignup. There is no on-site registration available. Packet pickup begins 30 minutes before the race start and ends 10 minutes before the start.

Additional Features

The event organizer, US Road Running, offers finisher medals. The event includes awards and a "Best Costume" category. Runners can earn points towards a series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km