Strides for STEM 5K

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26

2026

A 5K road race in Chapel Hill on 09/26/2026 that raises funds for STEM enrichment for high school students. The event brings together participants from academia, industry, and nonprofits with varied registration categories and fees.

Sat 26 Sep 2026

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Strides for STEM 5K

Strides for STEM 5K is a road race scheduled for 09/26/2026 at 180 E. Cameron Ave., Chapel Hill, NC 27514, United States. The event is presented as the only STEM road race in the Chapel Hill area and takes place within the Research Triangle region.

The race supports local STEM students, professionals, and groups by helping build a stronger sense of STEM community across academia, industry, and nonprofit organizations. Funds raised by the event support STEM enrichment programs for high school students both locally and statewide.

Registration opens on 07/29/2026 and closes on 09/26/2026. Entry categories and fees listed by the organizer are UNC Affiliates for $25.00, Non UNC Affiliates for $30.00, and Kids aged 10 to 17 for $10.00; children under 10 are listed as free. The organizer describes the event as a gathering point for STEM enthusiasts from multiple sectors rather than a single-sector activity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Strides for Stem 5k