Registration Questions

How do I register?
You MUST REGISTER ONLINE, online registration is available until the race starts.

Can I register to run on race day?
Yes, but day-of registrations close at 7:30am (Race starts at 8am)

When is bib/shirt pickup?

Participants can pick up their packets/bib/T-shirts on Friday, May 2nd (the day before the race) at the RHP Welcome Center!

• Date: Friday, May 3

• Time: 2:00-7:00 PM

• Address: 6626-015 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615
  Located in the Falls Village shopping center - Drive down the left side of the Hand and Stone Massage and turn right. Our welcome center faces the woods - you will see the RHP logos in the windows. Visual directions are below.

Can I pick up a packet for a friend of family member?
Yes, please know their full names for packet pick up

Can I pick up my bib/shirt the day of the race if I can't make it the day before?
Yes! You can pick up your bib/shirt the day of the race from 6:30-7:30am. Race starts at 8:00!

Am I guaranteed a race shirt?
No - Only racers that select the purchase of shirt during their registration process will receive a shirt. T-shirts available for order through 4/20. We will have a **LIMITED** number of extra shirts for this year’s race available for purchase. If you want to give it a shot, feel free to come and try to claim one of these extras during packet pick-up or before the race on Saturday. Again, these are LIMITED and by no means guaranteed. If you purchased a t-shirt with your registration you will receive your shirt with your packet at packet pick-up.

What type of timing is being used?
FS Series will be timing the event. Your timing chip will be on the back of your racing number bib. Participants must wear their number on the FRONT of their outer most garment.

RACE DAY QUESTIONS

What time does the race start?
8:00am

Will there be bathrooms available?
Yes, participants, volunteers, and observers will have access to bathrooms inside Christ Baptist Church.

What if it is raining on race morning?
The race will happen rain or shine.

When should I arrive?
Most runners plan to arrive at an event 1 hour prior to race start time. If you have not picked up your packet at a packet pick up, please arrive at least 1 hour in advance of race start. We ask that all runners to be present by 7:30am.

Where do I park?
All participants will park in the lots at Christ Baptist Church.

How long will it take to find a place to park?
Around 5 minutes as there is ample and convenient parking available at the race start location.

Are baby joggers/baby strollers allowed in the race?
Yes, please start towards the end of the pack.

Are walkers allowed to participate?
Yes, please start towards the end of the pack.

What awards will be given?
This year we will be giving awards to the top 3 females overall and top 3 males overall in addition to

• 1st place for Girls 12 and Under, 
• 1st place for Boys 12 and Under,
• 1st place for Women's 60 and older, 
• 1st place for Men's 60 and older.

IF YOU HAVE ANY OTHER QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT Anna Christian Allen at Annac@refugeehopepartners.org