Great North Run & Fitness Fair

Join us on Saturday, March 8th at 9:00am for the 2025 Great North Run & Fitness Fair! Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a power walker, or just looking for a fun, family-friendly community activity, this event is for you!Participants of all ages and abilities can choose between the 5k or 1k Family Fun Run. And once you cross the finish line, make sure to stick around as North Central High School comes to life with dozens of area vendors and free, interactive activities for the whole family! We hope to see you at the starting line on March 8th!Start Times--- 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!New this year: Costume Contest Dress up for a chance to win prizes for the best costumes! Upon arrival, check in at The Sanctuary tent outside of Door 24 to enter the costume contest. Winners will be announced at the Fitness Fair after races conclude. Categories will be as follows:- Most creative- Best dressed family- Most school spirit- Best dressed team (5 or more to qualify) Volunteer Opportunity If running isn't your thing, but you still want to be involved, you can sign up to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A9AB28A5FCC70-55367383-2025