Stars & Strides 5k

JUN

7

2026

An evening 5K in downtown Jacksonville, NC on June 7, 2026, marking America’s 250th with in-person and virtual options. The in-person course starts and finishes on New Bridge Street and features post-race cake, music, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Sun 7 Jun 2026

Jacksonville, North Carolina

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3 miles

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Stars & Strides 5K - Jacksonville, NC

The Stars & Strides 5K is scheduled for June 7, 2026, in downtown Jacksonville, North Carolina. The event marks America’s 250th birthday and offers both an in-person 5K and a virtual 5K option. The in-person course begins and ends on New Bridge Street and runs through the heart of downtown.

Participants may walk, jog, or run the course. Post-race provisions include birthday cake and music, and the event is presented with a family-oriented, patriotic theme. The organizer describes an atmosphere intended for spectators and community gathering.

Registration for the in-person 5K opens November 12, 2025 and closes December 1, 2025 with a registration fee of $15.00. Registration for the virtual 5K opens February 19, 2026 and closes June 7, 2026 with a registration fee of $25.00. The address listed for the event is 815 New Bridge St, Jacksonville, NC 28540, United States. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

3 mi