5k for 5p-
Sat, May 2, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
- Featured distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
Run or walk to raise awareness for Cri du Chat Syndrome in an inclusive event where all are welcome, including strollers and dogs.
- Fun
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
For a CauseJoin the 5k for 5p- run/walk in Pikeville, NC, dedicated to promoting awareness for Cri du Chat Syndrome. This inclusive event welcomes all ages, paces, and abilities, with strollers and dogs encouraged on the course. Participants receive a commemorative t-shirt, and awards are presented to top overall and age group finishers. It's a meaningful opportunity to support a vital cause during Cri du Chat Awareness Week.
What to expect
- A welcoming run/walk for all ages and abilities.
- Strollers and friendly dogs are encouraged on the course.
- Receive a t-shirt with registration and compete for age group awards.
Standout details
- Supports Cri du Chat Syndrome awareness
- Strollers welcome on course
- Dogs are also welcome
- Awards for top finishers
Course feel
A practical read on terrain, elevation, footing, and typical conditions.
Solid Challenge
Typical course trends
- Typically flat
Built from public event details. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official event page before signing up.
From the organizer
5k for 5p- is a run/walk to promote awareness for Cri du Chat Syndrome. All are welcome to participate no matter age, pace, ability, etc. Strollers are encouraged on the course and dogs are also welcome!
5p-, or Cri du Chat Syndrome, is a rare genetic deletion disorder in which a portion of the short arm of chromosome 5 is missing. This results in varying degrees of delayed development and low muscle tone, among other characteristics. May 5 has been declared Cri du Chat Day and the week that surrounds May 5 is considered Cri du Chat Awareness Week.
Registration Fee $30
A T-shirt is included with registration, but not guaranteed after April 17th.
Awards Top 3 Overall Male and Female Finishers
Top 3 Male and Female in each age group: 15 & under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over