The Derby Run in Memory of Justin Lopes

Race Info

The Derby Run in Memory of Justin Lopes takes place at Terry Sanford High School. The 5K and 10K courses run through the scenic Haymount area as well as the Fayetteville Technical Community Campus and will finish near the Terry Sanford High School baseball field. There will also be a 1 Mile Fun Run and face painting.

Back for 2026: Kids 50 Yard Dash! Who is the fastest filly or colt on the track? A fun event for kids 10 & under will take place before the start of the 10K! No fee for entry, but kids must be registered for a paid event in addition to the Dash in order to participate. Participants are encouraged to wear their best Derby Run hat and/or costume. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumed runners, best decorated stroller and best Derby Run hat.

Schedule of Events

COUNTDOWN TO RACE DAY 02 Months 14 Days 10 Hours 44 Minutes 17 Seconds

Race Swag

SHIRTS: Race shirts are guaranteed to participants who register by March 30th, 2026 and attend the event. Participants who register after March 31st can choose from remaining inventory until sold out.

FINISHER MEDALS: All 1 Mile, 5K, and 10K finishers will receive The Derby Run finisher medal.

The Course

Terry Sanford High School
2301 Fort Bragg Rd.
Fayetteville, NC 28303

The 5K and 10K courses start at Terry Sanford High School and runs through scenic Haymount areas as well as the Fayetteville Technical Community College campus. The 5K run is a flat terrain. The 10K is more challenging and includes some hills. Both the 5K and 10K will finish at the Terry Sanford High School baseball field. This race course is also stroller and dog friendly!

Awards

5K & 10K AWARDS
Top 3 Overall, Male & Female
Top 3 in Age Groups, Male & Female: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+

1 MILE AWARDS
Top Boy and Top Girl (12 and under)

OTHER AWARDS
• Best Costume
• Best Decorated Hat
• Best Decorated Stroller
• First Dog to Finish
• Largest Team

*** ALL FINISHERS WILL RECEIVE A MEDAL ***

The Cause

Net proceeds from the Derby Run go to local charities that benefit children. These include The Child Advocacy Center in Fayetteville, Cy’s World Foundation and the Justin Richard Lopes Memorial Scholarship. The Child Advocacy Center offers children a safe place that supports the prevention, investigation and prosecution of child abuse. Cy’s World Foundation was founded in 2010 to honor Cy Garber. Cy’s World Foundation seeks to promote a love of the outdoors to children. Two scholarships in memory of Justin Lopes are awarded every year to Cumberland County High School graduating seniors through the Cumberland Community Foundation.

Next Price Increases

10K Next price increase is Saturday, April 4, 2026

5K Next price increase is Saturday, April 4, 2026

1 Mile Next price increase is Saturday, April 4, 2026