Hiester Cares 5K Run-Walk to Prevent

Hiester Cares 5K Run-Walk to Prevent takes place in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, in Wake County, on November 14, 2026. The single format is a 5K (3.1 miles) that starts at 9:00 AM, open to both runners and walkers. The race benefits the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, and the course follows the wide sidewalks around Fuquay-Varina High School to keep participants safe.

Participants receive a race t-shirt and a swag bag, and awards go to the top finishers in several categories. The sidewalk route around the high school makes this a straightforward, accessible course that works well for a first 5K or for a walker who wants a supported 3.1 miles for a good cause. Runners aiming for a time can treat it as a solid hard effort; just be ready for the turns that a sidewalk loop implies. A few weeks of consistent running, or brisk walking, is all the preparation you need.