RISE UP! Run Over Cancer
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RISE UP! Run Over Cancer 5K
The Carolina Strive RISE UP! Run Over Cancer 5K is scheduled for November 21, 2026 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina at 600 Independence Drive. The event includes community running events that raise funds for local cancer care and support.
The event offers the following distances:
- 1K Fun Run; children 7 and under free, ages 8 to 13 half price with adult
- 5K road race; participants receive personal time and a certificate
Registration details and fees are set by date: registration opens April 1, 2026; early registration is $25 through November 7, 2026; registration is $30 from November 8 through November 20, 2026; day-of registration is $40. Teams of four or more receive a $5 discount. Event shirts are available for pre-order at $20 through November 4, 2026.
All 5K participants receive a Carolina Strive drawstring bag, a Carolina Strive hand towel, and a one-size-fits-all wristband. Individual awards are given across multiple age ranges. The course highlights Rocky Mount historic landmarks and parks.
Proceeds remain local and support the UNC Health Nash Foundation’s Cancer Fund to help cancer patients with needs such as medication, transportation, and nutritional supplements. Carolina Strive is a 501-C3 nonprofit and states donations are tax deductible. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
