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NCRC Mourns Our First President/Running Legend

The North Carolina Roadrunners Club joins the entire Triangle running community in mourning the loss of Joe Lugiano, NCRC's first president (1980-81) and a local running legend. Joe died in his sleep Dec. 3 (Joe's obituary). In addition to his leadership in NCRC, Joe long served as assistant race director of the Umstead 100 Mile Endurance Run. He was a familiar face on the trails of Umstead and spent many hours working on campground buildings in the park. As a charter member of NCRC, he remained active in the club and was a mentor to many of us. We offer our condolences to the Lugiano family. As club historian, he wrote a history of NCRC that's posted under the Resources tab of this website.

Welcome to NCRC

Welcome to the North Carolina Roadrunners Club, commonly known as NCRC! We're a nonprofit organization that's a member club of the Road Runners Club of America, one of 23 RRCA clubs in North Carolina. We're based in Raleigh, where our club began in 1979 (see the About NCRC tab for more details). NCRC is also a member club of USA Track & Field. NCRC hosts three races each year, ranging in length from 5K to half-marathon, and holds two annual fund-raising events (see the NCRC Races/Events tab for details). Benefits of becoming a club member include race and in-store discounts, a bimonthly online newsletter, and a member rewards program. We also hold social runs and other events throughout the year (see the Calendar tab). All runners and walkers are welcome to join us! If you're new to the Triangle, check out Triangle Running Websites under the Resources tab.

Cary Christmas Lights Social Run/Walk — Dec. 19

For this year's NCRC Christmas Lights Run on Dec. 19, we'll return to the Downtown Cary Park! We'll meet first for a photo at the park's fountain (see the Calendar entry on this website for details, including the time and address). Then we'll run or walk on routes of 2 or 3 miles and take photos of the fantastic holiday lights in downtown Cary. Afterward, we'll stop for a post-run beer or wine at Cotton House brewery near the park. The brewery's food truck that night is scheduled to be Eat Thai Raleigh. Esther Dill is hosting this event.

Downtown Cary Park

Join Us for Our Run for the Roses 5K in February!

Registration is open for the 2025 Run for the Roses 5K, one of the oldest 5Ks in the Triangle! The 44th annual race, where every female finisher receives a red rose, will be held Sunday, Feb. 16, for the second year at the Walnut Creek Athletic Complex at 1200 Sunnybrook Road in Raleigh (course will be altered from last year's course).

NCRC's annual winter race benefits two veterans-related organizations. This family-friendly race will have two children's races, face painting, and a special rate of $20 for participants under 18 years old. Registration is also open for race volunteers. Volunteering is a great way to support runners in their races!

Register to Run or Volunteer for the Race

Special Club Member Deals Page

Unlock exclusive benefits by joining the North Carolina Roadrunners Club, including discounts on races and merchandise. Easily access these offers with a simple scroll down to the Sponsors and Partners section below (or click the button for a complete list of deals).

Members should sign in to reveal discount codes and details. Don't miss out on savings for brands like Swivel Bottle and ChicknLegs, as well as reduced entry fees for races like the ATT 10-Miler and 4-Miler and Fit & Able Productions events. Join today and elevate your running.

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