North Carolina Spring Classic
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Event details
The North Carolina Spring Classic & SpringsFest is scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026 in Holly Springs, NC (242 S. Main St., 27540). The event offers the following race distances:
- 5k
- 8k (measures just over 5 miles)
- 16k
The event is capped at 500 participants. Registration closes on April 10 at 11:59 pm. The shirt order deadline is March 30. There are no refunds or deferments; the event will proceed rain or shine unless conditions are dangerous. Timing services are provided by Run The East.
Course and logistics
The start and finish are on Main St. in front of Pace Yourself Run Company. The 16k includes a soft, wide mulch trail around Bass Lake for approximately two miles. Aid stations and restroom locations:
- 5k: one aid station at Womble Park (approx mile 1.5)
- 8k: three aid stations, including one on School Days Lane visited twice and one at Womble Park
- 16k: four aid stations, including Bass Lake with water and Skratch Bathrooms are at the start (portable toilets behind the car wash on Main St.), Jones Park, Veteran's Park, Womble Park and Bass Lake.
Packet pickup:
- Thursday 4/09, 5-8 pm at Pace Yourself Run Co.
- Friday 4/10, 4-7 pm at Pace Yourself Run Co.
- Race day packet pickup is available 6-7 am for pre-registered participants.
Parking: participants are encouraged to use Womble Park (1201 Grigsby Ave) and walk about 1/2 mile to Main St. Bag drop is located outside Pace Yourself; participants must supply their own bag. Strollers are allowed but should line up near the rear; dogs are not allowed. SpringsFest will follow the race with vendors, food trucks and entertainment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.