Wings of Hope 5K
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Event overview
The Wings of Hope 5K takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Pinehurst, North Carolina. The event is a family-friendly run/walk organized by FirstHealth Fitness, Pinehurst, and it benefits the FirstHealth Cancer CARE Fund. The race is intended for survivors, caregivers, and others affected by lung cancer. The organizer states that 100% of race proceeds will go directly to local cancer-related needs.
- 5 km
Age categories include adults (14 and older), youth (9-13), and children (8 and under). Entry fees listed are $25 for adults, $10 for children 13 and under, and a discounted $15 rate for FirstHealth employees. Ribbons will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in the over-14 and 13-and-under groups. No refunds will be given and there is no rain date.
Course and charity details
The course is a 5k trail that circles the Pinehurst community, with modest inclines and a mix of gravel and pavement. The route passes among longleaf pines. Strollers are welcome; only service animals are allowed on the course. The event location is FirstHealth Fitness Center, 170 Memorial Drive, Pinehurst, NC 28374.
The FirstHealth Cancer CARE Fund was established in 2000 and has dispersed more than $2.8 million to cover vital needs of cancer patients. The race proceeds support that fund. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.