Run for the Health of It - Durham

MAR
21
2026
Run for the Health of It is a community 5K in Durham starting at Hillside High School. The event features awards, a post-race village, and a blood drive. It is followed by a free family wellness expo with activities for all ages.
Sat 21 Mar 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

Run for the Health of It is a community 5K run/walk event in Durham, North Carolina. The event starts and finishes at Hillside High School.

Race Details

The event is a 5K race. Cash and gift prizes are provided for the overall male and female winners. The top three finishers in each age group also receive awards. Registered participants receive a dry-fit T-shirt and a race bib. The race bib includes a complimentary traditional Trio and Beverage from Mr. A's Beignets. Complimentary five-minute shoulder or foot massages are available to participants after the run.

Post-Race Activities

A Racers' Village features local businesses for browsing and shopping. The event partners with the Red Cross to host a Blood Drive.

Associated Community Event

Following the race, the 4th Annual Black Family Wellness Expo takes place at the same location. This is a free event open to the public and includes health screenings, panel discussions, workshops, a Kid Zone with games and face painting, food trucks, and line dancing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km