Join us for the 2026 Great North Run & Pantherpalooza on March 14 at North Central High School!

Whether you’re chasing a personal best in the 5K, making memories on the Family Fun Run 1K, or just joining in the free activities inside the Fieldhouse at Pantherpalooza, we want to see you there!

NEW for 2026, we will also offer a Virtual option if you cannot attend in-person!

Event Options

5k - 9:00am (Option to be timed)
Fun Run - 9:15am (Untimed Only)

The Family Fun Run is a 1K (10 minute walk–5-7 minute run) that begins and ends next to North Central and has interactive, family-friendly, and F-U-N stations along the way!

Race Weekend Details

Participant Shirts
Be sure to purchase your commemorative shirt when registering! Pick between a short-sleeve shirt, long-sleeve shirt, or hoodie!

Shirts will NOT be shipped, and must be picked up during Packet Pickup on March 13 or 14.

Stroller Policy
Strollers are welcome at this event. Please line up toward the back as you begin.

Donate to your School!
A portion of every registration will be given directly back to your designated school. The more registrations a school gets, the larger their check is!