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Healthy Soles 5K

5K

Apr 18, 2026 · Edenton, North Carolina, US

Listed Jun 5, 2018

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At a glance (AI-assisted text)

Run a mostly flat 5K through historic Edenton and along the waterside, supporting the JAHHS Herren Project Club's youth wellness initiatives.

The vibe (AI-assisted text)

This 5K is all about supporting a great cause, the JAHHS Herren Project Club, which empowers youth to make healthy choices and live substance-free. You can expect a supportive and community-focused atmosphere, drawing runners who want to contribute to a positive impact. It's a chance to connect with others who care about youth wellness while enjoying a pleasant run.

Best for (AI-assisted text)

This race is perfect for runners looking for a meaningful event that gives back to the community, especially those passionate about youth empowerment and healthy living. It's also a great choice for anyone who enjoys a scenic, relatively flat 5K in a charming historic setting.

Race day (AI-assisted text)

Packet pickup will likely be straightforward, with online registration being mandatory and no cash accepted on race day. The course itself sounds lovely, winding through historic downtown Edenton and offering waterside views, making for a pleasant run. With awards for top finishers and age groups, there's a friendly competitive element, but the overall feel should be inclusive and encouraging for all participants. Don't forget to register by April 1st for a guaranteed race shirt!

Personality (AI-assisted text)

The Healthy Soles 5K has a warm, community-oriented heart, driven by its mission to support youth wellness. It feels like a friendly gathering where participants can enjoy a beautiful course while contributing to a vital cause. The atmosphere is likely to be encouraging and positive, fostering a sense of shared purpose among runners.

Weather snapshot (AI-assisted text)

Mid-April in Edenton, NC, typically brings pleasant spring weather. You can generally expect mild temperatures, possibly in the 50s or 60s Fahrenheit, which is often ideal for running. While spring showers are always a possibility, it's usually a beautiful time of year to be outdoors in coastal North Carolina.

Terrain & course feel (AI-assisted text)

The course is explicitly described as 'mostly flat,' which is fantastic news for those seeking a smooth run. It winds through the charming, historic downtown of Edenton and along the waterside, suggesting paved roads or sidewalks. Expect a gentle, easy-to-navigate route with lovely scenery.

Signals we noticed (from listing text, AI-assisted)

  • JAHHS Herren Project Club creates a peer network to empower youth to make healthy choices
  • cope with life’s challenges substance-free
  • Registration Fees/Dates/Categories
  • NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR RACE REGISTRATION
  • T-shirts will be guaranteed to 5K participants who register by April 1st
  • Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female 5K finishers overall and in the following age categories
  • Course is mostly flat through beautiful downtown historic Edenton
  • Course through neighborhoods of historic homes and along the waterside
  • first occurrence year: 2025
  • 5 km distance

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The JAHHS Herren Project Club creates a peer network to empower youth to make healthy choices. Club members encourage overall wellness, development of coping skills and leadership in their school and community. Through club meetings and events, students learn self-care, decision-making skills & stress management techniques so that they can cope with life’s challenges substance-free.

Registration Fees/Dates/Categories:

$30 until midnight 4/17/2026. $35 on race day (04/18/2026) YOU MUST REGISTER ONLINE USING ELECTRONIC PAYMENT.
NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR RACE REGISTRATION

T-shirts will be guaranteed to 5K participants who register by April 1st.

Awards/Categories:
Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female 5K finishers overall and in the following age categories: under 18, 18-29, 30-44, 45-59, and 60+


Course:

Course is mostly flat through beautiful downtown historic Edenton. Course through neighborhoods of historic homes and along the waterside.

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