RISE UP! Run Over Cancer

NOV
8
2025
Join Carolina Strive RISE UP Run Over Cancer on Nov 8 in Rocky Mount for a 5K or 1K fun run supporting UNC Health Nash Foundation to help local cancer patients. Run past historic parks and raise funds for meds and transport.
Sat 8 Nov 2025
5 kilometers

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Event details

The Carolina Strive RISE UP! Run Over Cancer event takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Rocky Mount Sports Complex, 600 Independence Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. The event includes two distances:

  • 5K
  • 1K Fun Run

Proceeds support the UNC Health Nash Foundation’s Cancer Fund. Funds will stay local and go toward patient needs such as medication, transportation, and nutritional supplements. The Foundation is described as filling gaps in health care and community outreach that are not part of the hospital’s regular operating budget.

Registration, fees and participant items

Early registration is $25 through October 24, 2025. Registration is $30 from October 25 through November 7, 2025, and $40 on the day of the event. Children ages 0-7 register free. Ages 8-13 are 50% off when accompanied by an adult. Event shirts are available for $20 and must be pre-ordered by October 22, 2025.

All participants receive a Carolina Strive drawstring bag, Carolina Strive hand towel, and a one-size-fits-all wristband. 5K participants will receive a personal time and a certificate. The course is described as highlighting Rocky Mount’s historic landmarks and parks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
1k Fun Run

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