Run VibesBeta
← Back to search

Cardinal Color Run

5K

5/2/2026, 12:00:00 AM · Monroe, North Carolina, US

Est. 2025 · Listed Mar 13, 2025

Run Vibes summary

Summarization pending

AI summarization pending

We haven’t generated Run Vibes’ quick-read summary for this race yet—it’s in the enrichment queue and will appear here soon with notes on vibe, race-day feel, and who the event suits best.

Until then, open Original listing below for the full source description, and double-check anything important on the organizer’s page.

Original listingFull description from sourceTap to expand · same text as on RunSignup / the official listing

Back by popular demand! Union Academy High School Student Council and the Varsity Cross Country team are partnering up with the UA Foundation to put on UA’s first ever Cardinal Color Run. Our color run is a 5-kilometer race where participants are covered in colored powder while running, walking, or jogging. The powder is non-toxic, gluten-free, and safe for people and pets of all ages and it washes away easily. Participants wear white at the starting line and finish the race plastered in color. Fifty percent of the proceeds and all donations will be donated to Victory Junction.

THINGS TO KNOW:

  • Two age groups: 13+ and 12 & under
  • Race registration deadline is 4/8/26 to lock in price and guarantee a t-shirt
  • Registration after the 4/8/26 deadline will result in price increase of $5 and no guarantee of t-shirt 
  • REGISTRATION ENDS ON 4/18/26
  • Race-day registration will open back up at 6:00 am until 8:00 am on 5/2/26
  • Race-day check-in for all runners begins at 7:00 am on 5/2/26

HOW CAN YOU PREPARE?

  • Wear white clothing to make the colors stand out
  • Wear a bandana, goggles, and/or sunglasses to keep the powder out of your face and/or to cover your nose and mouth
  • Tutus are encouraged!

More events in North Carolina, and comparable distances or challenge.

Spring 2026 Run Iron Mike Run 5K Run/Walk

Walk · 5K

3/27/2026 · Fayetteville, NC

Est. 2025 · Listed Feb 10, 2024

Register
Cause DrivenSteady EffortAwardsMedalsShirt

Join the Run Iron Mike Run 5K in Fayetteville, NC, a timed event promoting fitness and community spirit, complete with medals, shirts, and awards for top finishers.

Dolphin Dash

Run and Walk

3/27/2026 · Southport, NC

Est. 2025 · Listed Jan 23, 2023

Register
Cause DrivenEasygoingBeginner-friendlyFestive

Join students for the annual Dolphin Dash, a fun-run fundraiser directly supporting Southport Elementary School's STEM lab, online learning programs, and classroom needs.

Cleveland Cup

5K · Fun Run · Walk

3/27/2026 · Shelby, NC

Est. 2025 · Listed Feb 21, 2020

Register
CompetitiveSteady EffortBeginner-friendlyAwards

This exclusive 5K brings together employees from Cleveland County and its partner cities for a friendly, health-focused competition, complete with a fun run/walk option and awards.

33rd Annual Shamrock 'N' Run 5K!

5K

3/28/2026 · Chapel Hill, NC

Est. 2025 · Listed Nov 19, 2015

Register
Cause DrivenEasygoingBeginner-friendlyShirt

Join the 33rd Annual Shamrock 'N' Run 5K in Chapel Hill, supporting child abuse prevention with Kappa Delta. A festive community event for a vital cause.

Only Fools Run Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K

Half Marathon · 10K · 5K

3/28/2026 · Greensboro, NC

Est. 2025 · Listed Nov 17, 2023

Register
FunPush PotentialBeginner-friendlyScenicQuirky

Greensboro's 'Only Fools Run' offers a fun, festive, April Fools-themed Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K on a new, well-marked course with great swag for all.

Bunny Run 5k

5K

3/28/2026 · Sylva, NC

Est. 2026 · Listed Dec 2, 2025

Register
Cause DrivenEasygoingBeginner-friendlyFestiveCompetitive energy

Hop into spring with the 1st Annual Bunny Run 5K, a family-friendly event supporting the restoration of a historic building for the Southwestern Child Development Commission.

Craft Beer Half Marathon - Relay & 5 Miler

Half Marathon · 5 mi

3/28/2026 · Charlotte, NC

Est. 2025 · Listed Aug 14, 2018

Register
FunPush PotentialQuirkyCompetitive energyMedals

Join Charlotte's popular Craft Beer Half Marathon & 5 Miler this March, featuring a scenic greenway and road course, free local beer, and awesome swag.

Matcha Morning Run – Garner, NC

2 mi · 2.2 mi

3/28/2026 · Garner, NC

Est. 2026 · Listed Feb 23, 2026

Register
FunEasygoingBeginner-friendly

A relaxed 2.2-mile morning run in Garner, NC, with a matcha theme and a post-run coffee meetup, welcoming all paces for a social start to the day.