Pirate Nurse 5K
When is Pirate Nurse 5K?
Pirate Nurse 5K takes place on Sunday, March 29, 2026 in Greenville, NC.
What distances does Pirate Nurse 5K offer?
Pirate Nurse 5K offers 3 events: Virtual 5K, In-Person Race 5K, Kids' Run.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virtual 5K | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| In-Person Race 5K | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| Kids' Run | — | $0.00 | Register |
How much does Pirate Nurse 5K cost?
Registration for Pirate Nurse 5K starts at $0.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Pirate Nurse 5K held?
Pirate Nurse 5K is held in Greenville, NC at ECU Health Sciences Campus - beginning and ending at the College of Nursing.
About Pirate Nurse 5K
The Pirate Nurse 5K has become a popular legacy event for current students, and a welcomed opportunity for sponsors to show their support for nursing students. It’s also an opportunity for alumni to re-connect with the College of Nursing and show their support for future Pirate Nurses. In concert with nursing culture, the charitable aspect of the event is integral to the ideal of service, one of the hallmarks of nursing education at the ECU College of Nursing. There will be an in-person race and a virtual option (your choice)!!
The race day registration will end at 8:30am. The Kids' Run will start at 9:00am and the Pirate Nurse 5k will start at 9:15am. Come join us!!!
REGISTRATION FEES/DATES/CATEGORIES:
Individual Registration - $35
ECU Student Registration - $25
Prices increase by $10 after March 28th.
AWARDS/CATEGORIES:
Overall male and female; top two finishes in each age category (divisions of 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and up)
GIVEAWAY:
T-shirt and other gifts. Registration prices increase and no guaranteed t-shirts after March 28th.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Starts in front of the College and winds through the Medical District and the Health Science Campus, around Laupus Lake and finishes in front of the Health Science Building.
Event Timed by Run The East, LLC
This event is timed by Run the East! With professional race timing services and a focus on delivering accurate results,
we’re here to make your race day seamless and enjoyable. Learn more at runtheeast.com.
Course Map
Virtual Event Info & FAQ
VIRTUAL RUN
This year, we will be offering a virtual run.
How it Works
Sign up here (use the Sign Up button at the top of the page).
Print out your digital bib (from your Runsignup profile page) if you'd like.
Download the RaceJoy app for the best race experience.
Run your race at a place of your choosing (including a treadmill) before the deadline. If you use RaceJoy, it will automatically submit your results. If not, go to the results page and submit your time.
Virtual Race FAQs
What is a virtual run?
A virtual race is an event where you sign up and participate on a course of your choosing (or a treadmill). This is a great opportunity to work towards your running goals, stay healthy, and support a great cause!
The event will feature a leaderboard so you can still see how you stack up against your fellow competitors!
Where do I run?
You can run at a course of your choosing, including on a treadmill.
When do I run?
You can run (or walk) anytime on March 23 - April 5, 2025.
Will this race be timed?
The virtual run will not be officially timed, but by using the RaceJoy app, you can receive a GPS-based time which will automatically submit your time for you. There will be an online leaderboard showing everyone's times.
How do I post my results?
The easiest way is to use RaceJoy during the race! If you choose not to use RaceJoy, then you can visit the results page and click the "Submit Virtual Results" link at the top of the page.
When/how will I get my swag?
Swag will be shipped out directly to your address.