Peace Pacer 5K

MAR

28

2026

William Peace University hosts the Peace Pacer 5K, a community run and walk supporting its students. The event starts and finishes on the Main Lawn and is followed by a festival. Race proceeds go to the Peace Cares Fund.

Sat 28 Mar 2026

Central Raleigh, North Carolina

Registration

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Event Overview

The Peace Pacer 5K is hosted by William Peace University on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The event aims to bring together students, alumni, and the Raleigh community to run or walk in support of students at the university.

Race Details

The single event is a 5K run or walk. The course starts and ends on William Peace University's Main Lawn. A festival for runners and spectators follows the race.

Registration and Awards

Registration fees vary by participant category:

General Public: $40
Kids (under 18): $10
Peace Students: $10
Peace Alumni/Faculty/Staff: $25

The event features multiple award categories. The top three overall male and female finishers will be recognized, along with top performers in age groups (under 18 and masters 40+), top current students, and top alumni/faculty/staff. A unique "Middle of the Herd Award" is given to the exact median finisher.

Participant Benefits

All 5K finishers receive a t-shirt, subject to availability. Award winners receive a medal.

Beneficiary

Proceeds from the race benefit the Peace Cares Fund, which provides financial support to William Peace University students facing unexpected financial burdens. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km