Events
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://www.newriverymca.org.
Place
135 Batting Cage Trail
Jacksonville 28540
Description
🎄🏃♂️ Merry Fitness 5K – Run Through Christmas Town! 🏃♀️🎄
Lace up and join us for the Merry Fitness 5K on Sunday, November 22nd 5:00pm at ELJ Farms! This festive race is the perfect way to celebrate the season, support our Marathon Kids runners, and start a new holiday tradition with our community. You’ll dash through a magical Christmas Town course, surrounded by lights, cheer, and plenty of holiday spirit.
💙 Run for a Cause: Proceeds from this race provide scholarship opportunities for Onslow County students to participate in Marathon Kids — giving more children the chance to discover the joy of running, set big goals, and build healthy habits for life.
📦 Packet Pick-Up:
- Friday, November 20th: 5:30 - 7:30pm at Eggs Up Grill, 2457 Gum Branch Road
Race Day (November 22nd): 4:00 - 4:45 PM ONLY at ELJ Farms
(We highly recommend picking up your packet Friday to avoid race day delays!)
👕 Add-On Merchandise:
- Race Shirts: $25 each — must be purchased by November 1st
🏃♀️ For Marathon Kids Participants: You do NOT need to register individually — your registration will be handled through your team.
✨ Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a first-time 5K’er, or just in it for the jingle bells and cocoa, this race is all about community, holiday joy, and making memories. Let’s run, cheer, and celebrate together!
Event Timed by Run The East, LLC
This event is timed by Run the East! With professional race timing services and a focus on delivering accurate results, we’re here to make your race day seamless and enjoyable. Learn more at runtheeast.com.
Race Contact Info
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Directions
Rustic Barn at ELJ Farms
135 Batting Cage Trail
Jacksonville 28540
