It's Race Day!!

Packet Pickup, Parking, and Race Day Instructions

Rain, snow, or shine, please join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026, for the 10th annual Glenaire 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. The race will start and finish at the Glenaire Retirement Community located at 5000 Glenhope Court in Cary. The race benefits the Brightspire Foundation, whose mission is to provide senior adults with caring, high-quality services focusing on all dimensions of wellness.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:30 am - Same day registration and late packet pickup opens
9:00 am - 5K                
9:05 am - 1 Mile

PARKING
Parking will not be available at race site on race day morning, so we are asking all participants to carpool if possible and park at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 221 Union Street, Cary, NC 27511. Buses will begin running from the church to the race site at 7:00 am and will be available to take you back until 11:00 am. Pick up at the church will be at the entrance to the parking lot. Look for the event parking sign to guide you. Please do not park anywhere on the racecourse, this includes family and spectators. If you want to make the 9:00 am start, please board a bus by 8:45 am. Buses will pause service after the 8:45 am pick up and resume at 10:00 am. Drop off and pick up will be at the same location on Cornwall Road. There will be a bag check available at the start/finish line.

ENTRY FEES
The 5K entry fees is $40 on race day. The 1-Mile Fun Run is still $25 on race day.

5K AWARDS
We have some amazing prizes again this year!!
The timed 5K awards will be presented to the first three men overall, to the first three women overall, and to the top three finishers in each of the following age divisions (both genders): 12-under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89 and 90 plus.

POST RACE PARTY
10:00 am - 5K Awards Ceremony
All participants are invited to join us after the race to enjoy music and food. Unfortunately, Papa Murphy's is unable to make it to the race, but they did send some coupons. Some of our vendors will also be available.

Sincerely, 
The G5K Race Committee 


 

It's Packet Pickup Day!!

Packet Pickup, Parking, and Race Day Instructions

Rain, snow, or shine, please join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026, for the 10th annual Glenaire 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. The race will start and finish at the Glenaire Retirement Community located at 5000 Glenhope Court in Cary. The race benefits the Brightspire Foundation, whose mission is to provide senior adults with caring, high-quality services focusing on all dimensions of wellness.

PACKET PICKUP
Pre-registered entrants can pick up their packets at Glenaire’s 8000 Glenview Garden Place address on Thursday, April 9th from 4:30 pm–7:00 pm and on race day beginning at 7:30 am at the start/finish line. Those who are not registered may do so during packet pickup or on race day. During packet pick up, Glenaire residents will be enjoying a pep rally. All registered Residents and Residents of the Future are welcome to stay for those festivities.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:30 am - Same day registration and late packet pickup opens
9:00 am - 5K                
9:05 am - 1 Mile

PARKING
Parking will not be available at race site on race day morning, so we are asking all participants to carpool if possible and park at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 221 Union Street, Cary, NC 27511. Buses will begin running from the church to the race site at 7:00 am and will be available to take you back until 11:00 am. Pick up at the church will be at the entrance to the parking lot. Look for the event parking sign to guide you. Please do not park anywhere on the racecourse, this includes family and spectators. If you want to make the 9:00 am start, please board a bus by 8:45 am. Buses will pause service after the 8:45 am pick up and resume at 10:00 am. Drop off and pick up will be at the same location on Cornwall Road. There will be a bag check available at the start/finish line.

ENTRY FEES
The 5K entry fees are $35, increasing to $40 on race day.

5K AWARDS
We have some amazing prizes again this year!!
The timed 5K awards will be presented to the first three men overall, to the first three women overall, and to the top three finishers in each of the following age divisions (both genders): 12-under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89 and 90 plus.

POST RACE PARTY
10:00 am - 5K Awards Ceremony
All participants are invited to join us after the race to enjoy music and food. Unfortunately, Papa Murphy's is unable to make it to the race, but they did send some coupons. Some of our vendors will also be available.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Pick up your packet early if you can, don’t miss the race start, do not park on campus or on the race route, and have a fun time!

Sincerely, 
The G5K Race Committee 


 

Race day is quickly approaching and we are excited! Here is what you need to know!

Correction 
Did i say Thursday, April 10th? I meant Thursday, April 9th! Sorry for the confusion and thanks for reading :).

Packet Pickup, Parking, and Race Day Instructions

Rain, snow, or shine, please join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026, for the 10th annual Glenaire 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. The race will start and finish at the Glenaire Retirement Community located at 5000 Glenhope Court in Cary. The race benefits the Brightspire Foundation, whose mission is to provide senior adults with caring, high-quality services focusing on all dimensions of wellness.

PACKET PICKUP
Pre-registered entrants can pick up their packets at Glenaire’s 8000 Glenview Garden Place address on Thursday, April 9th from 4:30 pm–7:00 pm and on race day beginning at 7:30 am at the start/finish line. Those who are not registered may do so during packet pickup or on race day. During packet pick up, Glenaire residents will be enjoying a pep rally. All registered Residents and Residents of the Future are welcome to stay for those festivities.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:30 am - Same day registration and late packet pickup opens
9:00 am - 5K                
9:05 am - 1 Mile

PARKING
Parking will not be available at race site on race day morning, so we are asking all participants to carpool if possible and park at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 221 Union Street, Cary, NC 27511. Buses will begin running from the church to the race site at 7:00 am and will be available to take you back until 11:00 am. Pick up at the church will be at the entrance to the parking lot. Look for the event parking sign to guide you. Please do not park anywhere on the racecourse, this includes family and spectators. If you want to make the 9:00 am start, please board a bus by 8:45 am. Buses will pause service after the 8:45 am pick up and resume at 10:00 am. Drop off and pick up will be at the same location on Cornwall Road. There will be a bag check available at the start/finish line.

ENTRY FEES
The 5K entry fees are $35, increasing to $40 on race day.

5K AWARDS
We have some amazing prizes again this year!!
The timed 5K awards will be presented to the first three men overall, to the first three women overall, and to the top three finishers in each of the following age divisions (both genders): 12-under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89 and 90 plus.

POST RACE PARTY
10:00 am - 5K Awards Ceremony
All participants are invited to join us after the race to enjoy music and food. Unfortunately, Papa Murphy's is unable to make it to the race, but they did send some coupons. Some of our vendors will also be available.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Pick up your packet early if you can, don’t miss the race start, do not park on campus or on the race route, and have a fun time!

Sincerely, 
The G5K Race Committee 


 

Race day is quickly approaching and we are excited! Here is what you need to know!

Packet Pickup, Parking, and Race Day Instructions

Rain, snow, or shine, please join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026, for the 10th annual Glenaire 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. The race will start and finish at the Glenaire Retirement Community located at 5000 Glenhope Court in Cary. The race benefits the Brightspire Foundation, whose mission is to provide senior adults with caring, high-quality services focusing on all dimensions of wellness.

PACKET PICKUP
Pre-registered entrants can pick up their packets at Glenaire’s 8000 Glenview Garden Place address on Thursday, April 10th from 4:30 pm–7:00 pm and on race day beginning at 7:30 am at the start/finish line. Those who are not registered may do so during packet pickup or on race day. During packet pick up, Glenaire residents will be enjoying a pep rally. All registered Residents and Residents of the Future are welcome to stay for those festivities.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:30 am - Same day registration and late packet pickup opens
9:00 am - 5K                
9:05 am - 1 Mile

PARKING
Parking will not be available at race site on race day morning, so we are asking all participants to carpool if possible and park at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 221 Union Street, Cary, NC 27511. Buses will begin running from the church to the race site at 7:00 am and will be available to take you back until 11:00 am. Pick up at the church will be at the entrance to the parking lot. Look for the event parking sign to guide you. Please do not park anywhere on the racecourse, this includes family and spectators. If you want to make the 9:00 am start, please board a bus by 8:45 am. Buses will pause service after the 8:45 am pick up and resume at 10:00 am. Drop off and pick up will be at the same location on Cornwall Road. There will be a bag check available at the start/finish line.

ENTRY FEES
The 5K entry fees are $35, increasing to $40 on race day.

5K AWARDS
We have some amazing prizes again this year!!
The timed 5K awards will be presented to the first three men overall, to the first three women overall, and to the top three finishers in each of the following age divisions (both genders): 12-under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89 and 90 plus.

POST RACE PARTY
10:00 am - 5K Awards Ceremony
All participants are invited to join us after the race to enjoy music and food. Unfortunately, Papa Murphy's is unable to make it to the race, but they did send some coupons. Some of our vendors will also be available.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Pick up your packet early if you can, don’t miss the race start, do not park on campus or on the race route, and have a fun time!

Sincerely, 
The G5K Race Committee 


 

It’s Race Day!!! Here is what you need to know!

Rain, Snow, or Shine, please join us on Saturday, April 5, 2025, for the 9th annual Glenaire 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. The race will start and finish at the Glenaire Retirement Community located at 5000 Glenhope Court in Cary. The race will benefit the Brightspire Foundation, whose mission is to provide senior adults with caring and high-quality services focusing on all dimensions of wellness.

ENTRY FEES
The 5K entry fee is $40 on race day. The 1-Mile entry fee is $30 on race day.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:30 am - Same day registration and late packet pickup opens
9:00 am - 5K                
9:05 am - 1 Mile

PARKING-Please consider carpooling
Parking will not be available at race site on race day morning, so we are asking all participants to carpool and park at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 221 Union Street, Cary, NC 27511. Buses will begin running from the church to the race site at 7:15 am and will be available to take you back until 11:00 am.  Pick up at the church will be at the entrance to the parking lot. Look for the event parking sign to guide you. Please do not park anywhere on the racecourse, this includes family and spectators. If you want to make the 9:00 am start, please board a bus by 8:30 am. Buses will pause service after the 8:30 am pick up and resume at 10:00 am. Drop off and pick up will be at the same location on Cornwall Road. There will be a bag check available at the start/finish line.

5K AWARDS
We have some amazing prizes again this year!!
The timed 5K awards will be presented to the first three men overall, to the first three women overall, and to the top three finishers in each of the following age divisions (both genders): 12-under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89 and 90 plus.

POST RACE PARTY
10:00 am - 5K Awards Ceremony
All participants are invited to join us after the race to enjoy music and pizza courtesy of Papas Murphy’s at 161 S.E Cary Parkway. Some of our vendors will also be available.

See you soon, 
The G5K Race Committee 

THANK YOU!
Thank you for your support of our 9th annual Glenaire 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run this past Saturday. It was hot, but so much fun!
We would also like to thank our countless volunteers. We could not do it without you.
If you won a prize and you want to swing by and pick it up, let me know.
Please enjoy these pictures from the race.
Before the race: https://photos.app.goo.gl/mqGF7Jqq4C2c8DiS7
Finish line: https://photos.app.goo.gl/qt36y2aZSaGTBjRKA
Awards ceremony:  https://photos.app.goo.gl/rFcFbFPzj5nm3gMv6
Glenaire's Resident Photo Club Pictures:  https://photos.app.goo.gl/KHTzuTSJojDe3cZy9
Sincerely, 
The G5K Race Committee