One loop around Bond Park, three distances, and an hour and a half to finish yours.
The Sunrise Scramble, formerly the Sunset Scramble, now starts at 8:00 in the morning. It's one course and three races. Pick the 5K, 10K, or 15K, start in your window between 8:00 and 8:30 AM, and run laps of Bond Park until you've covered your distance.
The course closes at 9:30 AM, so choose a distance that pushes you a little but that you think you can finish. Every finisher goes home with a medal and a gift.
6:30 to 8:00 AM: Race-day registration
6:30 to 7:15 AM: 15K check-in
7:00 to 7:45 AM: 10K check-in
7:30 to 8:15 AM: 5K check-in
8:00 to 8:05 AM: 15K staggered start
8:05 to 8:15 AM: 10K staggered start (or right after the last 15K runners head out)
8:15 to 8:30 AM: 5K staggered start (or right after the last 10K runners head out)
8:30 AM: Start closes
9:30 AM: Course closes
Check-in is at the Sertoma Amphitheatre in Bond Park. Nobody starts a new lap after the course closes at 9:30 AM, and if you haven't finished your distance by then, you'll get results for the distance you did complete. Times can shift for weather or safety, and the email we send the week before has the final word.
Park in Bond Park and check in at the Sertoma Amphitheatre
Fred G. Bond Metro Park, 801 High House Rd., Cary, NC 27513. There's parking by the Kiwanis Shelter, the Challenge Course Shelter, the Boat House, the Senior Center, and the ball fields.
Please don't park at the Community Center
There's no event parking there.
The Scramble is one loop around Bond Park, run as many times as your distance needs. Expect dirt, grass, pavement, and natural trail, with some moderate to big hills, and footing that depends on the weather in the days before.
Water on the course and near the finish
Athletic trainer at the medical tent near the finish
Chip timing for everyone, with a split for every 5K lap in the 10K and 15K
The course isn't USATF certified, and please bear in mind that GPS tracking apps are not suitable for measuring course distances accurately. Plenty of runners carry their own drinks and fuel, too.
Medals and finisher gifts are guaranteed for everyone who signs up by March 21.
A Sunrise Scramble finisher medal and gift
For every 5K, 10K, and 15K runner, in person or virtual, guaranteed if you sign up by March 21. Shirts are sold separately.
Nearly $8,000 in potential awards
Top 3 men and women overall, top 3 in every age group, Picking Up the Pace awards for runners who beat their pace from one of our last two races, and a $10 gift code for any new course record.
5K lap splits
Run the 10K or 15K and you'll get a split time for every 5K lap.
Fit & Able Free-for-All Series points
This race earns you points toward end-of-year prizes.
Referral and team rewards
Bring friends along or build a team, and you can earn back the early bird price, plus Fit & Able credit. Details are on the registration page.
Sign up for the virtual race if you already know you can’t be there on race day. Or, if you’re registered for the in-person race and your plans change, email info@fitandable.net at least 48 hours before the race and we’ll switch you to virtual.
Run your 15K, 10K, or 5K anywhere between March 27 at 6:00 AM and April 3 at 6:00 PM: around the neighborhood, on a greenway, even around the living room.
Submit your time online during that window (RaceJoy can do it for you). Your medal and finisher gift ship to any US address the week after the race, shipping included, once your result is in. Top 3 overall and age-group finishers win Fit & Able gift codes.
Set a new one and win a $10 gift code.
5K Male: A. Moonen, 19:20 (2023)
5K Female: K. Jonas, 20:11 (2024)
10K Male: D. Go, 38:58 (2023)
10K Female: L. Rosenberg, 46:24 (2025)
15K Male: T. Fink, 1:10:47 (2023)
15K Female: A. McPherson, 1:10:34 (2024)
These records were set at the Sunset Scramble, the race's name before it moved to the morning.
How does the Scramble work?
It's one course and three races. Pick the 5K, 10K, or 15K, start in your distance's window between 8:00 and 8:30 AM, and run laps until you've covered it. The 10K and 15K get a split for every lap. If you can't finish your distance before the course closes at 9:30 AM, you'll get results for the distance you did complete.
Is this the Sunset Scramble?
It used to be. The Sunset Scramble is now the Sunrise Scramble, and it starts in the morning.
Can I bring my dog, my bike, or a stroller?
Dogs and bikes stay home for this one. Strollers are welcome: kids 4 and under can join through the Kids in Strollers registration, and that includes little ones you carry. They need their own registration and bib, a parent registered in the 5K, 10K, or 15K, and a proper buckle. A helmet is a good idea too.
When and where do I pick up my packet?
On race day only, at the Sertoma Amphitheatre during your distance's check-in window. There's no early packet pickup. Bring a photo ID (a picture of it on your phone works). You can pick up a friend's packet if you have a photo of their ID. Anything not picked up on race day can't be shipped or refunded.
Can I sign up on race day?
Yes, from 6:30 to 8:00 AM. We take cash, checks, and cards. Online registration closes April 1 at 9 PM.
When will results and photos be up?
Live results post a few minutes after you finish. Final results and race photos are emailed after the race, and RunSignUp tags photos to your bib number, so keep your bib on the front.
How do I get my award?
There's no ceremony on race day. Awards are ready the week after, to pick up at Fleet Feet Morrisville or by email. Results are final for awards at 9 AM the Monday after the race, and age groups go by your age on December 31.
What if I need extra time or an accommodation?
Every Fit & Able race is open to anyone, of any age, skill level, or ability. If you might need extra time, email info@fitandable.net. For an accommodation, please reach out at least a month before race day so we can work out what's possible.
More answers on our Event FAQ page.
Hand out water, help at check-in and cheer runners home. Every Fit & Able race runs on volunteers.
Volunteer sign-upMeet runners and families on race day, as a sponsor or with an exhibitor booth.
Sponsorship optionsPick your distance and save your spot. Prices and registration are on RunSignUp.