NC Potato Festival Tater Trot (5K Run & 1 Mile Walk)

Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Elizabeth City, NC; Charles Creek Park, 719 Riverside Ave., 27909
Type: RUN

Official registration

At a glance

A fun, family-friendly 5K and 1-mile walk supporting Coast Guard families, all part of the lively NC Potato Festival.

Fun
Quirky
Festive
For a Cause

Join the Annual North Carolina Potato Festival Tater Trot in Elizabeth City for a family-friendly 5K run or 1-mile walk. This event is a wonderful way to enjoy the festive atmosphere and support a meaningful cause. Organized by the Coast Guard Enlisted Association, your participation directly benefits Coast Guard members, their families, and the local community. Finish your trot and then indulge in delicious French fries and festival treats.

What to expect

A timed 5K run or a relaxed 1-mile walk.
A family-fun atmosphere before enjoying the festival.
Guaranteed race swag for early registration.

Standout details

Part of the NC Potato Festival
Supports Coast Guard families
Family-friendly event
Guaranteed race swag for early birds

Perks & features

Swag Included

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, May 16, 8:00 AM EDT · From $33.63
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 29, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5K
Sat, May 16, 8:00 AM EDT · From $38.96
Opens Mar 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 29, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Flat
Timed race

From the organizer

ITS THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN!!

Come join us in Elizabeth City, North Carolina on Saturday, May 16, 2026 for our Annual North Carolina Potato Festival Tater Trot (5K Run and 1 Mile Walk)! This event is sponsored by the Coast Guard Enlisted Association (CGEA) in partnership with the North Carolina Potato Festival.

This is a family-fun event and will be timed by Mettle Events.

Registration is only $35.00 until May 1, 2026 with guaranteed race swag . Fees will increase to $45.00 May 1, 2026 . Same day sign up will be available for $45.00 (cash only) but with no guaranteed swag.

This race directly supports the local CGEA and our community. The Coast Guard Enlisted Association supports Coast Guard members and their families, as well as our community. Bring your friends and family and come break a sweat with us before diving into those delicious French fries and festival goodies.

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