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Wounded Warrior 5K Fun Run 2026

Date
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Start time
10:00 AM start (New York)
Entry fee
From $50
Included with entry
Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees

EventDistanceWhenEntry feeCap
Davidson, NC5KOct 24, 202610:00 AM$50–
VirtualVirtual5KOct 24, 202610:00 AM$50–

Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.

Race day planning

Entry fee schedule

  • $50 until Oct 22.

Online registration closes Oct 22, 2026, unless the race fills first.

How the price compares

At $50, entry is about 67 percent above a typical 5K in North Carolina, which costs $30 right now.

What a typical finish looks like

A typical finisher at a 5K in Davidson runs 35:37, about 11:28 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 37:40 and men in 32:57.

Light and altitude

Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:36 AM, and the Davidson, NC starts at 10:00 AM. The start sits about 790 feet above sea level.

Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.

Start location and course

800 Beaty Street, Davidson, NC 28036

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 October 24 the day usually runs from 49°F at dawn to 69°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 13% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 77°F.

Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.

From the race's page

What the organizers of Wounded Warrior 5K Fun Run cover on their registration page, in brief.

Schedule and packet pickup

Packet Pick-Up

For those participating in Davidson, race packets will be available for pick-up beginning at 8am on race day at the Check-In tent. For Trane employees, race packets will be available for pick-up on Tuesday, October 21 and Wednesday…

Parking and travel

Parking Information

Participant Parking is on-site at Building D. Once on campus, please follow the signs for Building D. On-site parking is free of charge.

Rules and FAQ

Weather Policy

The WWP Fun Run will be held, rain or shine, unless the event directors determine that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made the night before the event or on the day of the 5K by US and local law…

Rules and FAQ

Refunds

Registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals, events, or years.

Rules and FAQ

Dogs

Leashed dogs are welcome to join in on the fun!

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Race details

Where
800 Beaty Street, Davidson, NC 28036Map
Course
Road
Start elevation
About 790 feet
Included with entry
T-Shirt
Distances
5K
Editions
2026 (Oct 24, 2026), 2025 (Oct 25, 2025)

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Quick answers

When is Wounded Warrior 5K Fun Run?
Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.
How much does it cost?
Entry starts at $50 before processing fees.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Oct 22, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Is the entry fee high for North Carolina?
At $50, entry is about 67 percent above 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.
What distances can I run?
5K.
Where does it start?
800 Beaty Street, Davidson, NC 28036.

From the organizers

Walk, Run, or Jog...

This family-friendly event raises awareness and funds in support of our nation's bravest warriors and their families through programs and services provided by Wounded Warrior Project (WWP). Join us on the beautiful campus of Trane Technologies in Davidson, NC, for a 5K along the shore of Lake Norman.

Not local to Davidson? We still want you to participate so please join our "Virtual" option and participate from wherever you are!

All participants receive a race bib, a WWP t-shirt, and a medal upon completion. Register by October 15th to be guaranteed a t-shirt.

IN PERSON DETAILS:

9:30am- Check-In Opens

10:00am- Welcome & Warrior Speaker

10:20am- Warm-Up & Stretch, led by Army Veteran Darryl Torres

10:30am: Kick-Off

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