If you need a training race in prep for the Tar Heel 10 miler or just a fun run, the UNC Spring SOTA Run is for you. The race features two event types: 5k and 10k in the Carolina North forest.
Both races will begin at the Carolina North forest parking lot with parking available down the lane.
Racers will be provided a finisher medal, a soda at the finish, and timing for the event.
10k: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/copy/6677094403
5k: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6683146684/
Proceeds from the race will go to the Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA), a non-profit student organization that serves to promote professional development through education, leadership opportunities, networking, volunteer activities, social activities, and fundraising. SOTA also provides annual funding to first year occupational therapy students to represent UNC as Assembly of Student Delegates (ASD) representatives at the annual American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) conference and funds the MSOT graduation ceremony.
As part of our mission, we hope to provide the community with an opportunity to build relationships, connection, and fitness through shared opportunities. If interested in learning more about how recreational sports can impact your social connectedness and belonging check out the master student research poster presentation on April 25. All proceeds from this fundraiser will be gifted to the SOTA organization.
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
08:00
$40.00
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$35.00
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$30.00
Mar 28, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$30.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Chapel Hill.
Scenic and regularly decked out in "Carolina blue", Chapel Hill is a lovely college town in North Carolina that makes up the westernmost point of the Research Triangle. The town is the smallest of the Triangle's three cities, with an influence and pull that belies its size. Based around the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the town caters heavily to the local student population, with plenty of bars and restaurants near the university's beautiful campus. Immediately to the west of Chapel Hill is the adjacent town of Carrboro, an old mill town now known for its local shops, restaurants and nightlife.
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