St James Elementary School Royal Run 5k
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Event details
The St James Elementary School Royal Run takes place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in Denver, NC at 1774 St James Church Road. Proceeds benefit St James Elementary School and the event is organized by the St. James Elementary PTO. Race entry includes a t-shirt, age group certificates, finisher medals for children, and a finish line festival. Adult and youth shirt sizes are available; t-shirts are only guaranteed for registrations completed by January 11, 2026.
Distances
- 5k (Timed)
- 5k (Non-Timed) Run/Walk
- One Mile Fun Run/Walk
- Kids Dash (5 and under)
Awards include 1st place male and female overall and 1st, 2nd, 3rd male and female in age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+.
Course and logistics
The official 5k course is 3.1 miles and starts in the back school driveway. The route crosses St. James Church Road into the Canopy Creek neighborhood, follows Canopy Creek Drive and Verdict Ridge Drive, includes loops on Sahalee and Killian Creek Drive, a turn in a cul-de-sac on Winged Foot, and returns across St. James Church Road to the school finish in the back parking lot. The one mile fun run/walk leaves school property, turns around on Oakmont Road, and returns to the school. Packet pick up is available at St. James Elementary School the day before and the morning of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.