Tomorrow's the Big Day – Let the Pirate 10 Miler Begin!

Important Race Day Reminders Below!

Race day is finally here! We've highlighted key race day details below, including the new 10 Miler course. Take a look, get some rest, and then get ready to run. Check out the Athlete Guide for even more race day information!

​ Race Day Start Information
  • Race Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
  • Start & Finish Line
  • Start Times:
    • 4 Miler & Double Down Challenge: 7:15 AM
      • Wheelchair Division: 7:10 AM
    • 10 Miler: 7:45 AM
      • Wheelchair Division 7:40 AM 
10 Miler Course Update
 
Thank you for you patience and understanding as we worked to determine the new route for the 10 Miler. As we shared yesterday, the portion of the greenway that was part of the certified course is closed due to flooding and will not be accessible tomorrow. 

The new course will cover a distance of approximately 9.7 miles instead of the originally planned 10 miles and will not be certified. It will feature a few out-and-back segments, providing an opportunity to see fellow racers along the way. We've linked the new course map here. 

If you prefer to run a certified course, you are able to switch to the 4 Miler until 6 PM today using this form. If you choose to switch to the 4 Miler, you will need to get a 4 Miler bib. Please visit Customer Service at Packet Pickup (Hilton Greenville) until 7 PM today if you switch distances. 

As a reminder, the Double Down Challenge will run the unchanged 4 Miler course and then run the updated 10 Miler course. 

We understand that many of you were looking forward to the original 10-mile course, and we truly regret that we're unable to offer the full distance due to the unexpected flooding. We appreciate your flexibility and understanding as we make these adjustments, and we’re confident that the revised course will still offer an exciting and rewarding challenge. Thank you for your support.

Race Day Parking

Free parking will be available for participants in the lots adjacent to the start/finish line, designated as lots Orange, Blue, and Lower Minges. Signage will be placed to reflect designated areas. Please see the map below for parking locations.  To access the parking areas on race day, please use the address of the stadium (100 Ficklen Dr., Greenville, NC 27858) and follow signage. 

Please drive cautiously through the parking lots, as many runners will be walking there on race morning.

Important Road Closure Information: Roads will close at 6:45 AM, so all participants must arrive by 6:45 AM, including 10 Miler Participants. 


 

Drop-off Location
 
If you're planning to get dropped off on race morning, the best location is on W Berkley near the entrance of the stadium. Please see the location on the map above. If you're planning to get dropped off, you must arrive by 6:45 AM to avoid road closures. Participants will not be able to access the drop-off location after 6:45 AM. 
Pre-Race Customer Service
 
If you have a customer service issue before the race, please visit the customer service tent outside of the Gate 6 at the stadium beginning at 6:15 AM.
Restrooms
 
Before and after the race, the restrooms at the stadium will be open to participants and spectators through Gates 6 & 7. 
 
During the race, there will be portable toilets at the aid stations. 
Race Coverage by WITN

We are excited to share that local news station WITN-TV will be covering the event with drone coverage! 
Awards Update
 
We will be announcing overall winners at Customer Service at the following times:
  • 4 Miler: 8:15 AM
  • 10 Miler: 9:15 AM
  • DDC: 10:15 AM
Age group awards will not be announced but will be available for pick-up after the overall awards have been announced. Awards will not be mailed; please make sure that you pick up your award before leaving the event. 

Additional Questions?

Check out the Athlete Guide!