Purple & Gold Road Race
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Purple & Gold Road Race
The Purple & Gold Road Race takes place in Greenville, NC on Saturday, February 27, 2027. The event offers multiple running options and supports ECU Alumni and the ECU Chancellor’s Scholars program.
Participants in all events receive a race t-shirt and a finisher’s medal. Awards are presented to top finishers.
Distances offered:
- 14 Miles Double Down Challenge (10-Miler & 4-Miler)
- 10 Miles 10-Miler
- 4 Miles 4-Miler
Registration pricing is tiered by date and includes an early, regular, late, and race-day schedule. Early registration (through December 31, 2026) and example early fees are listed as $70 for the Double Down Challenge, $50 for the 10-Miler, and $35 for the 4-Miler. Regular, late, and race-day fees increase incrementally, with race-day fees shown as $85 for the Double Down Challenge, $65 for the 10-Miler, and $50 for the 4-Miler. ECU students are offered flat-rate registration fees of $60 for the Double Down Challenge, $40 for the 10-Miler, and $25 for the 4-Miler.
Registration opens October 29, 2026 and early pricing closes December 31, 2026. Additional registration deadlines and fee changes apply for later registration periods. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
