5K Zombie Run & One Mile Family Fun Run

5K Zombie Run & One Mile Family Fun Run

The Rotary Club of Morganton, with the sponsorship support of UNC Health Blue Ridge, will present their First Annual Zombie Run 5K and One Mile Family Fun Run on October 11, 2025 at the Courthouse Square in downtown Morganton, NC.

The morning will start at 8:30 AM with participant check-in with the Family Fun Run (no Zombies to frighten the kids in the Fun Run) starting at 10:30, and the 5K Zombie Run starting at 11:00. The run will be followed by an After Party at Courthouse Square.

What is the Zombie Run?

In a Zombie Run, you run a 5k while avoiding the advances of the Zombies!! Runners are equipped with Velcro belts holding 3 flags and the goal is to finish the run with at least one flag left. Zombies are stationed intermittently throughout the route and they will try to steal the runners’ flags. Flags will be turned in for prizes. In addition, there will be overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes who manage to finish with the fastest times and all flags still intact.

What is the Family Fun Run?

This run is for anyone who wants to be part of the festivities but doesn’t want to run 3.1 miles or deal with Zombies. It’s a great opportunity for families and friends to run…or walk…together.

What happens after the runs?

There will be an after party with food and music back at the starting pavilions - a fall festival atmosphere to round out the day.

What is the cost to participate and what is included?

Registration for the Zombie Run 5K starts at $30. Registration for the Family Fun Run is $10.

Where do the proceeds go?

The funds raised through this event in 2025 will be awarded to Burke County Habitat for Humanity and The Enola Group.