Ninja 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (33)
Sat, Aug 15, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Raleigh, NC
- 9300 Deponie Dr, 27614
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Double-check key detailsChannel your inner ninja on a concrete course, earn a medal, and perhaps win for best costume at this unique Raleigh event.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
Fun
Competitive
QuirkyGreat for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Embrace your inner ninja at this unique 5K and Half Marathon event in Raleigh, NC. Runners will navigate a concrete out-and-back course, with the half marathon completing six loops. Celebrate your finish with a medal and consider showcasing your creativity in the best costume contest. This event offers a distinct blend of challenge and playful spirit for participants.
What to expect
Run an out-and-back course on concrete paths. Packet pickup begins 30 minutes before the race. Parking and bathrooms are available near the playground.
Standout details
- Finisher Medals
- Best Costume contest
- Concrete course
- Series Points
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Aug 15, 9:00 AM EDT · From $33.80
Opens Jan 5, 2022, 10:18 AM EST · Closes Aug 15, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
- 13.1 Miles
Sat, Aug 15, 9:00 AM EDT · From $70.90
Opens Jan 5, 2022, 10:18 AM EST · Closes Aug 15, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
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The course
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From the organizer
Race Information The race starts at 9:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration
Additional Information The gate to the park opens at 8 am Parking is located at the playground on the north side of the park. This course is concrete. Bathrooms are located by the playground.
5K Course (0.78M) The course is an out-and-back. (1.56M) The 5K does the out-and-back two times. https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5949707791
Half Marathon Course (1.09M) The course is an out-and-back. (2.18M) The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times. https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6595247665
Course Time Limit 3:00 hours.
Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
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