Special Olympics NC Plane Pull at RDU

Hosted by Special Olympics North Carolina

Event details

Date and time

Saturday, April 18, 2026
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Location

RDU Airport UPS Terminal
1480 International Drive, Cary, NC 27513

Cost

Free to spectators; teams raise $1,000 minimum to pull

About this event

Teams of seven compete to pull an aircraft along the tarmac at RDU Airport's UPS Terminal, raising funds for Special Olympics North Carolina. Registration opens at 8 AM. Each team raises a minimum of $1,000 to participate; proceeds support nearly 53,000 SONC athletes with intellectual disabilities statewide. Spectators welcome.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Venue
  • Accessible Parking
  • Service Animals Welcome

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