Schedule of Events

7:00 AM – 8:45 AM – Race Day Packet Pickup
9:00 AM – 5K Race Starts
10:00 AM – Kids Dash
10:10 AM – Costume & Dance Contest
10:15 AM – 12:00 PM – Street Festival & Afterparty

After the race, stick around for the festivities on Wilmington Street! Enjoy food vendors, local businesses, music, cultural performances, family-friendly activities, and more as we celebrate Día de los Muertos in Downtown Raleigh.

💀 Costumes encouraged! Embrace the spirit of Día de los Muertos and join us for the Dance-off Costume Contest following the race. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative costumes and best dance moves!

Packet Pickup

Friday, October 30
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

The Bend Bar
853 W Morgan Street
Raleigh, NC 27603

We strongly encourage participants to pick up their packets before race day to help make race morning as smooth as possible.

Race Day Packet Pickup

Saturday, October 31
7:00 AM – 8:45 AM

Centro Mexican Restaurant
106 S Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Contact Information

Alexandra Benvenuto
abenvenuto@wakebgc.org