Mebane Dogwood Festival Family 5K
Fri, Apr 24, 2026, 6:30 PM EDT
- Location
- Mebane, NC
- 312 W. Clay St, 27302
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run a USATF certified night 5K as part of the vibrant Mebane Dogwood Festival, complete with family fun and live entertainment.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Festive
Fun
Competitive
FestiveGreat for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Join the Mebane Dogwood Festival Family 5K for an evening of community and movement. This USATF Certified 5K night race offers a unique opportunity to run under the stars as part of the lively annual Dogwood Festival. Families can enjoy the Kids Dogwood Dash, followed by a festive atmosphere with food vendors, midway rides, a family movie, and live music on the main stage. It is a wonderful way to experience the local celebration.
What to expect
Experience a USATF certified 5K under the evening sky. Little ones can enjoy the free Kids Dogwood Dash. Stay for post-race festivities including food, rides, a family movie, and live music.
Standout details
- USATF Certified Night Race
- Part of the Mebane Dogwood Festival
- Free Kids Dogwood Dash
- Post-race food, rides, movie & live music
Perks & features
- After-Party
- Free
- Shirt
After-Party
Free
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Fri, Apr 24, 6:30 PM EDT · From $33.25
Opens Jan 13, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Mar 1, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
Dogwood Dash (FREE Kids Fun Run)
Fri, Apr 24, 6:00 PM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Jan 13, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 20, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoing- Rolling area
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The course
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From the organizer
T he Mebane Dogwood Festival USATF Certified 5K Night Race will be held on Friday, April 24th, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
The Kids Dash to E.M. Yoder Elementary School and back starts at 6:00 pm. (No t-shirts are given for this FREE event)
REGISTRATION :
$30 Early Bird Online Registration ends 3/1/2026 at 11:59pm. $35 Regular Online Registration ends 4/20/2026 at 11:59pm*. DAY OF REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR $45. CASH IS RECOMMENDED FOR PAYMENT. *Registration by 4/1/2026 is recommended to guarantee race t-shirt in your selected size. NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED
RACE DAY EVENTS:
Race Day Packet Pickup/registration will start at 5:00pm. There is limited parking around downtown. You may also be able to park in the old Fisherman's Cove lot located at 414 W. Center St. FREE Kids Dogwood Dash at 6:00pm Mebane Dogwood Festival 5K at 6:30 pm PACKET PICKUP:
Optional Race Packet Pickup for pre-registered runners will be from 5:00-6:30pm on Thursday, April 23 at Body In Motion Physical Therapy, 1018 Mebane Oaks Rd next to Lowes Foods. Race Day Packet Pickup/registration will start at 5:00pm, Friday 4/24, at the Start / Finish Line area in front of Mebane Laundry & Dry Cleaners. AFTER THE RACE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
* Food Vendors * Midway rides *Family Movie *Live band on Main Stage
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