Shea's Chase 5K Run & Walk

Shea's Chase 5K Run & Walk takes place on September 25, 2027, in Greensboro, North Carolina, with two events back to back in the late morning: a 1-mile (1.6 km) race at 10:00 a.m., followed by the 5K (3.1 miles) run or walk at 10:15 a.m.

This double start opens the event to very different crowds. The mile lets a child or a complete beginner cross a finish line after just a few minutes of effort, with no specific training. The 5K remains the go-to distance for a first taste of racing: it can be prepared in a few weeks, is run entirely at a hard but manageable pace, and gives a benchmark time that is easy to compare from year to year. A 10:15 a.m. start leaves time for a full warm-up, often decisive over such a short distance, where the body needs to be ready from the very first minute.