02Oct
5K
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Start time
- 08:30
- Entry fee
- $30.00
Viking 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40)
Hickory,
North Carolina,
United States
340 days left
runsignup.com
Date
02 Oct, 2027
Races
2 distances
Entry fee
$30.00 – $65.00
Runner rating
Be the first to rate
Website
Official website
Viking 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40)
About the event
US Road Running Races
US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people.
Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line.
A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help.
View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.
Races offered
02Oct
Half Marathon
Running
- Distance
- 21.1K
- Start time
- 08:30
- Entry fee
- $65.00
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for October in Hickory.
Temperature10.5° / 21.8°
Feels like8.6° / 20.1°
Sunshine hours9h 36m
Rainfall0.9 mm
Snowfall—
Wind8.3 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity68.1%
Max UV indexModerate (4.0)
Sweat lossModerate
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:32
Sunset18:48
About Hickory
Learn more about the host city, Hickory.
Hickory is a city in the foothills of North Carolina. Hickory is something of a regional shopping hub and a significant center for furniture manufacturing. As a result, it's an excellent place for buying furniture.
Read moreHotels & places to stay
Things to do nearby
Tours and activities near Hickory, powered by Viator.
Race results
Official finishing times from previous editions of Viking 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40).
| Place | Name | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Colt Wilson | 18:40.85 |
| 🥈 | Randy Whaley | 21:42.9 |
| 🥉 | Schyler Hudson | 25:16.41 |
| 4 | Ruben Bermudez | 25:23.53 |
| 5 | Lori Thorn | 30:27.5 |
| 6 | Imelda Jose | 31:13.19 |
| 7 | Joe Middleton | 32:11.59 |
| 8 | Timothy Thorn | 32:37.97 |
| 9 | Kristin Ivey | 32:48.4 |
| 10 | Hannah Walker | 33:11.66 |
| 11 | Amanda Bermudez | 33:43.38 |
| 12 | Sabrina Burgess | 35:50.43 |
| 13 | Maggie Williams | 35:57.53 |
| 14 | Jordan Powell | 36:15.8 |
| 15 | Emily Patton | 38:43.31 |
| 16 | Raye Johnson | 43:13.73 |
| 17 | Emil Ruecker | 43:13.77 |
| 18 | Janet Wright | 43:35.32 |
| 19 | Hailey Malmsten | 45:38.93 |
| 20 | Eli Billings | 48:55.57 |
| 21 | Linda Jones | 53:30.43 |
| 22 | Leonard Thorn | 58:08.55 |
| Place | Name | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🥇 | Drew Miller | 1:27:32.56 |
| 🥈 | Bill And Logan Johncock | 1:49:01.64 |
| 🥉 | Laci Branch | 1:54:37.69 |
| 4 | Jaiden Kiser-Brown | 2:14:52.16 |
| 5 | Alicia Miller | 2:20:39.59 |
Runner reviews
Read what other athletes have to say about their experience at the Viking 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40).
No reviews yet
Be the first to share your experience with the community!
Suggest an edit
Spotted an error or missing detail about the Viking 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40)? Help us improve.
Nearby races
Explore other exciting events happening in this same region.
-
Nov 07, 2026
-
Nov 08, 2026
-
Oct 30, 2026
-
Oct 27, 2026
-
Oct 29, 2026
-
Oct 31, 2026
-
Nov 07, 2026
-
Oct 31, 2026
Recommended for you
Hand-picked events we think you’ll love.
-
Oct 27, 2026
Run For You - Run Fit - October to December 2026
Run For You- Run Fit is an 8-week running training program to coach beginner and intermediate runners who want to build…
Read more about Run For You - Run Fit - October to December 2026 -
Oct 30, 2026
Annual UCB Halloween Run/Walk 5K
UCB has established a history of coming together with patients and community partners for our annual Halloween race ben…
Read more about Annual UCB Halloween Run/Walk 5K -
Oct 30, 2026
8th Annual Aggie Pride 5K 2026
High 5 Aggies!! Registration is open and we are excited to return for year 8!! We can't thank you enough for your suppo…
Read more about 8th Annual Aggie Pride 5K 2026 -
Oct 30, 2026
Perseverance: The V Foundation 5k
“Step by Step. Mile by Mile. Victory Through Perseverance.” In celebration of Achievement Week, the Kappa Lambda Chapte…
Read more about Perseverance: The V Foundation 5k -
Oct 31, 2026
Hunter's 5K Your Way
3.1 Miles. One Mission. Endless Hope. Join the Hunter Lanning Memorial Foundation for Hunter's 5K Your Way, a virtual 5…
Read more about Hunter's 5K Your Way -
Oct 31, 2026
Faster Than Pastor 5k
Lace up your running shoes and join us for the first annual Faster Than Pastor 5K & 1K Fun Run as we celebrate 25 years…
Read more about Faster Than Pastor 5k -
Oct 31, 2026
Colors 4 Cancer 5K/1M/Virtual
2026 Craig Brake Memorial Colors 4 Cancer 5k and 1 mile run/walk is a live or virtual color run which benefits the Jour…
Read more about Colors 4 Cancer 5K/1M/Virtual -
Oct 31, 2026
Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (44)
Race Information The race starts at 8:30 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before…
Read more about Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (44)