When
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Where
100 Airport Road, Kinston NC
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
Heart Strides 5K and Fun Run
Date: February 21, 2026
Location: 100 Airport Road, Kinston, NC
For more information, visit the official race page.
Race Purpose
- Objective: To bring together the hospital and community to highlight heart month.
- Focus: Emphasize health, wellness, and the significance of heart health.
- Awareness: Increase knowledge of heart-related services available at our facility.
- Community Event: We hope this race will become an annual tradition!
Support and Honor
- Providers On-Site: Speak with healthcare providers on race day!
- Proceeds: All proceeds benefit the Lenoir Memorial Foundation.
- In Honor/In Memory: Runners encouraged to honor someone with heart-related issues.
- Participation: Stickers and red ribbons available for participants.
Registration Fees
- 5K: $35
- 1-Mile Fun Run: $25
Awards and Race Categories
- Top 3 Overall: Male and Female winners.
- Age Categories: Awards for top male and female in various age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
- Spirit Awards: Prizes for best heart-themed costumes for individuals and teams.
- Swag: Gift bags for all runners.
Giveaway
T-shirts will be provided to participants registered by January 30th.
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