Race Details
| Date | March 5, 2022 |
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| Start Time | 8:00am (both races start at same time) |
| Location | 501 Washington St, Durham, NC 27701 Bull City Running Co. downtown store |
| Price |
$30 for 5K; $40 for 10K until January 7, 2022 $35 for 5K; $45 for 10K until February 4th $40 for 5K; $50 for 10K until March 2nd |
| T-shirts | Florence Forth shirts guaranteed for all runners registered by Feb 11 |
Race Policies
Changing Race Distances
Participants may change their race distance until February 7th. Additional charge may apply.
To change race distance before February 7, log into RunSignUp account. After February 7, participants may be able to change race distance at packet pickup on Friday March 4th (space permitting). You will be asked to pay the difference if moving to a longer race. Refunds will not be provided if you are moving to shorter race.
The in-person race is sold out and changes are no longer permitted.
Refunds & Transfer Policy
All registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals or years. Runners may be able to change categories from the 10-K to the 5-K run and visa versa (as described above).
Do not run a different distance than shown on your race bib!
Weather & Cancellation Policy
Races are held rain or shine, unless the Florence Forth race directors determine that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made race week or race day by Florence Forth and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Track & Field recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of running. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances Florence Forth race directors reserve the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.
Restrictions
No dogs are allowed on the race course or at the start/finish line. Baby strollers are allowed but are asked to begin at the back of the race and be considerate of other runners. No skates, rollerblades, scooters or other wheeled vehicles are allowed on the race course.
Race Maps
The start and finish lines will be at 501 Washington Street, Durham. The 10K race will consist of two loops of the 5K course
Schedule of Events
Friday March 4:
| 2:30pm – 5:30pm | Pre-race T-shirt and bib # pick up Bull City Running Co. 501 Washington Street |
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Saturday March 5:
| 6:45am – 7:45am | Race day T-shirt and bib # pick up AT START/FINISH AREA |
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| 7:00am | Bull City Running Co store opens, remains open through race |
| 7:50am | Line up for 10K and 5K races |
| 8:00am | 10K and 5K start |
| 8:30am | Post-race activities begin at finish area. (more info) |
| 9:20am | 1st Call for Kids’ Cape Dash |
| 9:30am | Finish line closes |
| 9:35am | Kids’ Cape Dash |
| 9:45am | Awards Ceremony – top 3 male and female finishers in 10K and 5K |
| 10:00am | Plum opens for post-race brunch |
Hotels
This year, we have reserved special room rates at at the Residence Inn. Please note that Florence Forth again occurs on the same day as the Duke-UNC basketball game. And not just any Duke-UNC game… Coach K’s final home game. We encourage all out-of-town participants to make reservations early.
Residence Inn Durham McPherson
Parking
Race Day Parking
Florence Forth participants can find parking on streets and various parking lots downtown.
NO PARKING in the City Place parking lot (501 Washington Street) or on Washington Street between Corporation and Trinity.
The closest surface lot is at 420 Morris Street. A parking deck is located at 300 W Morgan (corner of Morgan and Morris).