When are most 5K races held in Rocky Mount?
September is the busiest month for 5K races in Rocky Mount, with 2 of the 7, followed by November with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
North Carolina · 5K
5K Races in Rocky Mount, North Carolina
Every upcoming 5K around Rocky Mount, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
7 upcoming 5K races found · 6 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Rocky Mount races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (31) Rocky Mount, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (36) Rocky Mount, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Faith in Motion Rocky Mount, NCFrom $10Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (40) Rocky Mount, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (45) Rocky Mount, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026RISE UP! Run Over Cancer 5K Rocky Mount, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (49) Rocky Mount, NCFrom $30Register
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Rocky Mount
How much do Rocky Mount 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $10 to about $30, depending on the event and how early you register.
Are Rocky Mount 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 6 5K races in Rocky Mount with published results, the typical median finish is around 42:04, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a 5K in Rocky Mount?
Browse Rocky Mount run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.