GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Drivers across Wayne County should expect temporary road closures and delays this Sunday as the 35th Annual Wayne County Toy Run rolls through the area.
The Toy Run, hosted by American Legion Riders Post 11, will take place Sunday, Nov. 16, beginning at Berkeley Mall at 12 p.m., with kickstands up at 2 p.m. Motorcyclists from across the region will ride in support of local children and families in need during the holiday season.
A traffic advisory has been issued for several major roadways from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., including:
- Berkeley Boulevard
- Ash Street
- Center Street
- New Hope Road
- Patetown Road
- U.S. 117 South
Roadways and intersections along the route may be temporarily closed to ensure riders can pass safely. Officials say closures will be brief and managed with safety as the top priority. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead and avoid affected roads if possible.
Participants in the Toy Run are asked to bring one unwrapped toy or a $10 donation, with proceeds benefiting Wayne Uplift Domestic Violence Center, the Boys & Girls Club of Wayne County, and local families in need. A celebration will follow at American Legion Post 11, located at 2973 S. U.S. Alt Hwy 117.
