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Stars, Stripes, & Strides

Cary, North Carolina
Stars, Stripes, & Strides official race logo - running event in Cary, North Carolina
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Cary, North Carolina
DISTANCES:
8 Events: 15K, 5K, 10K, 5K, 1 Miles, 10K, 1 Miles, 15K

About Stars, Stripes, & Strides

Benefitting the US Veterans Corps

Course Records - Fred G. Bond Metro Park
Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!

5K - Male: C. Mills - 18:00 (2024)          10K - Male: T. Woolard/M. Yarborough - 40:44 (2023)
5K - Female: E. Parks - 22:28 (2024)          10K - Female: M. Openchowski - 50:28 (2024)
15K - Male: n/a          15K - Female: n/a

RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL!

Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Stars, Stripes, & Strides event benefitting the US Veterans Corps to celebrate Veterans Day weekend!

IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION
VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION
COURSE MAPS
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
SPECTATOR INFORMATION

Their Mission: We are a Corps of Military and First Responder Veterans performing "Hands On" community service with a mission deployment attitude!

The US Veterans Corps was an idea that was based on the experiences that Ft. Bragg and Camp Lejeune Veterans had while volunteering for ABC’s Extreme Makeover Home Edition and Operation: Coming Home that built and donated a brand new Hero Home for a disabled combat veteran. When the keys were delivered and the event ended there was a strong urge from these Veterans to continue the mission and therefore created the US Veterans Corps.

Other US Veterans Corps missions include:

  • Toys For Lil’ Troops - Toys For Lil’ Troops provides toys to the children of deployed or low income troops.
  • Rescue Ruck - Rescue Ruck provides food for US Military & First Responder Veteran families in need.
  • Rescue Response Team - The Rescue Response Team provides aid during natural disasters. We also respond to other emergency and contingency missions.
  • Tactical Caisson Unit/Funeral Honors - The US Veterans Corps Tactical Caisson Unit transports US Military & First Responder Veterans. No hearse for our Heroes.
  • Military Vehicles USA - Military Vehicles USA is a group of veteran volunteers who restore military vehicles and equipment for civilian service. Our objective is to educate and serve our community with these historic vehicles.

All races will have a mass start at 9:00 AM for the 5K / 10K /15K and the course closes for all races at 10:30 AM (In-person Race Day Schedule). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at info@fitandable.net

WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH STARS, STRIPES, & STRIDES REGISTRATION:
  • IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 10K, and 15K race options
  • Stars, Stripes, & Strides shirt and finishers medal included for 5K, 10K, and 15K participants / finishers medal included for all Fun Mile participants (guaranteed if signed up by October 26th). Shirts available for purchase separately. 
  • Over $4,000 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male/Female each race), Age Group (Top 3 Male/Female each age group), Picking Up the Pace, & New Course Record awards 
  • Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details below
  • Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series

If you are interested in sponsoring the Stars, Stripes, & Strides please email Info@FitandAble.net for more information!

We can't wait to see you at Stars, Stripes, & Strides!

Stars, Stripes, & StridesBenefitting the US Veterans Corps Course Records - Fred G. Bond Metro ParkSet a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code!5K - Male: C. Mills - 18:00 (2024)          10K - Male: T. Woolard/M. Yarborough - 40:44 (2023)5K - Female: E. Parks - 22:28 (2024)          10K - Female: M. Openchowski - 50:28 (2024)15K - Male: n/a          15K - Female: n/a RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL! Fit & Able is proud to bring back the Stars, Stripes, & Strides event benefitting the US Veterans Corps to celebrate Veterans Day weekend! IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATIONVIRTUAL RACE INFORMATIONCOURSE MAPSEXHIBITOR INFORMATIONSPECTATOR INFORMATION Their Mission: We are a Corps of Military and First Responder Veterans performing "Hands On" community service with a mission deployment attitude! The US Veterans Corps was an idea that was based on the experiences that Ft. Bragg and Camp Lejeune Veterans had while volunteering for ABC’s Extreme Makeover Home Edition and Operation: Coming Home that built and donated a brand new Hero Home for a disabled combat veteran. When the keys were delivered and the event ended there was a strong urge from these Veterans to continue the mission and therefore created the US Veterans Corps. Other US Veterans Corps missions include: Toys For Lil’ Troops - Toys For Lil’ Troops provides toys to the children of deployed or low income troops.Rescue Ruck - Rescue Ruck provides food for US Military & First Responder Veteran families in need.Rescue Response Team - The Rescue Response Team provides aid during natural disasters. We also respond to other emergency and contingency missions.Tactical Caisson Unit/Funeral Honors - The US Veterans Corps Tactical Caisson Unit transports US Military & First Responder Veterans. No hearse for our Heroes.Military Vehicles USA - Military Vehicles USA is a group of veteran volunteers who restore military vehicles and equipment for civilian service. Our objective is to educate and serve our community with these historic vehicles. All races will have a mass start at 9:00 AM for the 5K / 10K /15K and the course closes for all races at 10:30 AM (In-person Race Day Schedule). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at info@fitandable.net.  WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH STARS, STRIPES, & STRIDES REGISTRATION: IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 10K, and 15K race options Stars, Stripes, & Strides shirt and finishers medal included for 5K, 10K, and 15K participants / finishers medal included for all Fun Mile participants (guaranteed if signed up by October 26th). Shirts available for purchase separately.  Over $4,000 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male/Female each race), Age Group (Top 3 Male/Female each age group), Picking Up the Pace, & New Course Record awards  Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details below Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series If you are interested in sponsoring the Stars, Stripes, & Strides please email Info@FitandAble.net for more information! We can't wait to see you at Stars, Stripes, & Strides!
Cary, NC

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 10 race distances available for Stars, Stripes, & Strides in Cary, NC. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

15K

15K (3.1 miles)
Distance
15K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
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Cary, NC
CaryNC
Stars, Stripes, & Strides Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 15K

How long is the 15K?
The 15K covers 15K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 15K start?
The 15K starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the 15K located?
The 15K takes place in Cary, NC.

5K

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Cary, NC
CaryNC
Stars, Stripes, & Strides Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K

How long is the 5K?
The 5K covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the 5K start?
The 5K starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the 5K located?
The 5K takes place in Cary, NC.

Exhibitor

Start Time
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Cary, NC
CaryNC
Stars, Stripes, & Strides Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Exhibitor

How long is the Exhibitor?
The Exhibitor covers Distance varies.
What time does the Exhibitor start?
The Exhibitor starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Exhibitor located?
The Exhibitor takes place in Cary, NC.

10K

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Cary, NC
CaryNC
Stars, Stripes, & Strides Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 10K

How long is the 10K?
The 10K covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the 10K start?
The 10K starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the 10K located?
The 10K takes place in Cary, NC.

Virtual 5K

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Cary, NC
CaryNC
Stars, Stripes, & Strides Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual 5K

How long is the Virtual 5K?
The Virtual 5K covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the Virtual 5K start?
The Virtual 5K starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Virtual 5K located?
The Virtual 5K takes place in Cary, NC.

Virtual Fun Mile

1 Miles
Distance
1 Miles
Start Time
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Cary, NC
CaryNC
Stars, Stripes, & Strides Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual Fun Mile

How long is the Virtual Fun Mile?
The Virtual Fun Mile covers 1 Miles.
What time does the Virtual Fun Mile start?
The Virtual Fun Mile starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Virtual Fun Mile located?
The Virtual Fun Mile takes place in Cary, NC.

Kids in Strollers

Start Time
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Cary, NC
CaryNC
Stars, Stripes, & Strides Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Kids in Strollers

How long is the Kids in Strollers?
The Kids in Strollers covers Distance varies.
What time does the Kids in Strollers start?
The Kids in Strollers starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Kids in Strollers located?
The Kids in Strollers takes place in Cary, NC.

Virtual 10K

10K (6.2 miles)
Distance
10K (6.2 miles)
Start Time
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Cary, NC
CaryNC
Stars, Stripes, & Strides Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual 10K

How long is the Virtual 10K?
The Virtual 10K covers 10K (6.2 miles).
What time does the Virtual 10K start?
The Virtual 10K starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Virtual 10K located?
The Virtual 10K takes place in Cary, NC.

Fun Mile

1 Miles
Distance
1 Miles
Start Time
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Cary, NC
CaryNC
Stars, Stripes, & Strides Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Fun Mile

How long is the Fun Mile?
The Fun Mile covers 1 Miles.
What time does the Fun Mile start?
The Fun Mile starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Fun Mile located?
The Fun Mile takes place in Cary, NC.

Virtual 15K

15K (3.1 miles)
Distance
15K (3.1 miles)
Start Time
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Cary, NC
CaryNC
Stars, Stripes, & Strides Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual 15K

How long is the Virtual 15K?
The Virtual 15K covers 15K (3.1 miles).
What time does the Virtual 15K start?
The Virtual 15K starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Virtual 15K located?
The Virtual 15K takes place in Cary, NC.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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