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The Derby Run in Memory of Justin Lopes Presented by A.S.A.P. Personal Training

10K · 5K · 1 mi · Fun Run · Walk

May 2, 2026 · Fayetteville, North Carolina, US

Listed Mar 10, 2022

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WHAT
The 9th annual Derby Run in Memory of Justin Lopes Presented by A.S.A.P Personal Training will begin at Terry Sanford High School. The 5K and 10K courses run through the scenic Haymount area as well as the Fayetteville Technical Community Campus and will finish near the Terry Sanford High School baseball field. There will also be a 1 Mile Fun Run and face painting, a selfie station and a silent auction. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.

Back by Popular Demand for 2026! Who is the fastest filly or colt on the track? A fun 50 Yard Dash for kids 10 & under will take place before the start of the 10K! No fee for entry, but children must be registered for another event IN ADDITION to the dash. Children over 10 are not permitted. 

Participants are encouraged to wear their best Derby Run hat and/or costume. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumed runners, best decorated stroller and best Derby Run hat.


WHEN

Saturday, May 2, 2026


DISTANCES OFFERED

10K Run/Walk - TIMED
5K Run/Walk - TIMED
1 Mile Run/Walk - UNTIMED
Kids 50 Yard Dash (10 & under) - UNTIMED & FREE! - Child must be registered in another event to run the Dash for free.
*You can walk or run these events


START / FINISH LINE LOCATION

Terry Sanford High School
2301 Fort Bragg Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303


PARKING

Parking is available at Terry Sanford High School


SCHEDULE

For Packet Pickup Information and Full Schedule of Events, click HERE


TO REGISTER

To register, click on the Sign Up button in the top right of the website.

Online Registration is open until the race starts.  We encourage you to register online before arriving to the event.
Registration will be available at the race.  You will be asked to scan a QR Code with your phone to register online.


HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Net proceeds from the Derby Run will go to local charities that benefit children. These include The Child Advocacy Center in Fayetteville, Cy’s World Foundation and the Justin Richard Lopes Memorial Scholarship. The Child Advocacy Center offers children a safe place that supports the prevention, investigation and prosecution of child abuse. Cy’s World Foundation was founded in 2010 to honor Cy Garber. Cy’s World Foundation seeks to promote a love of the outdoors to children. Two scholarships were created in memory of Justin Lopes and are awarded every year through the Cumberland Community Foundation to a graduating senior from Cumberland County High School.

 

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