NCFC ECNL Girls Glow Run Chasing Goals, Changing Lives 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 22, 2026
- Start time
- 6:00 PM start (New York)
- Location
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Entry fee
- From $25
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCFC ECNL Girls 5K Glow Run | 5K | Nov 22, 20266:00 PM | $25 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $25 until Nov 22.
Online registration closes Nov 22, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 17 percent below a typical 5K in North Carolina, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Raleigh runs 35:03, about 11:17 a mile, based on 18 races with published results. Women typically finish in 37:23 and men in 32:26.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:57 AM, and the NCFC ECNL Girls 5K Glow Run starts at 6:00 PM. The start sits about 230 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
7700 Perry Creek Road, Raleigh, NC 27616
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 22 the day usually runs from 40°F at dawn to 60°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 16% of days. Cold snaps dip to 31°F and hot years reach 70°F.
Based on 80 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 7700 Perry Creek Road, Raleigh, NC 27616Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 230 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 22, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is NCFC ECNL Girls Glow Run Chasing Goals, Changing Lives?
- Sunday, November 22, 2026, starting at 6:00 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 22, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for North Carolina?
- At $25, entry is about 17 percent below a typical 5K in North Carolina, which costs $30 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 7700 Perry Creek Road, Raleigh, NC 27616.
From the organizers
Get ready to Glow for a Great Cause! 💚⚽✨
The Second Annual NCFC ECNL Girls Glow Run brings together NCFC ECNL players, families, coaches, friends, and community members for a fun-filled evening of fitness, soccer, and giving back. Participants will light up the night as they run or walk the 5K course, creating an unforgettable glow while supporting an incredibly important cause.
This year’s event will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Triangle, an organization dedicated to keeping families close and providing comfort, care, and support to families with seriously ill or injured children.