Running Races in Nebraska — 2026

There are 90 running races in Nebraska in 2026 across 36 cities. The next upcoming race is the Angry Cow Trail Run / Obstacle Race in Beatrice on May 30. Popular distances include 5K races, trail runs, half marathons.

Elmwood Rescue 5K Run/Walk

Mon, Jun 1 · Elmwood, NE Elmwood

Virtual 1 Mile Fun Run/WalkIn Person 5K Fun Run/WalkVirtual 5K Fun Run/Walk

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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The Big Run 5K Presented by Brooks (Fleet Feet Omaha)

Wed, Jun 3 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Road The Big Run 5K (No Finisher Medal)The Big Run 5K with Finisher Medal

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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The Big Run 5K Presented by Brooks (Fleet Feet Lincoln)

Wed, Jun 3 · Lincoln, NE Lincoln

Road The Big Run 5K (No Finisher Medal)The Big Run 5K with Finisher Medal

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Hop, SCIP, Jump, and Run 2026

Fri, Jun 5 · Lincoln, NE Lincoln

Open Closing Soon

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Triple B Relay & Race - Bennington, NE

Sat, Jun 6 · Bennington, NE Bennington

Virtual Week Of Race Sign Up: Little B 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk/StrollLittle B 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk/StrollVirtual B 5-miler +3

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Heal the Block 5K

Sat, Jun 6 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Road Heal the Block 5K

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Sandhills Adventure

Sat, Jun 6 · Thedford, NE Thedford

Sandhills Adventure 2.5 hoursSandhills Adventure 5 hours

From $30 Open

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Treat Trot Lincoln

Sun, Jun 7 · Lincoln, NE Lincoln

Virtual 5K10K15K +4

From $17 Open Closing Soon

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Cornfield Cornfield

Tue, Jun 9 · Papillion, NE Papillion

Virtual 10K - BRIN Black Friday BundleVirtual 10K10K with Opening Offer +1

From $52 Open Closing Soon

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Marathon Kids 2026 with Fleet Feet

Wed, Jun 10 · Lincoln, NE Lincoln

Road Marathon Kids 2026 with Fleet Feet

From $25 Open

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ABIDE BETTER TOGETHER 5K

Sat, Jun 13 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Virtual 5KVIRTUAL 5K1 MILE LOOP

From $20 Open

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Robidoux Rendezvous

Sat, Jun 13 · Gering, NE Gering

Road Ponderosa - 102 miJuniper - e-bike - 17 mi5k Off-road Fun Run +11

From $45 Open

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McKenna's Run - Cure HD

Sat, Jun 13 · Greenwood, NE Greenwood

Road GREENWOOD 5K & WALK

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Blazing Trails for Brain Injury

Sat, Jun 13 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Virtual Blazing Trails for Brain Injury 1 Mile Walk/Roll - Virtual ChallengeBlazing Trails for Brain Injury 1 Mile Walk/RollBlazing Trails for Brain Injury 5K - Virtual Challenge +2

From $10 Open

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Trot to Troy

Sat, Jun 13 · Weston, NE Weston

Road 8 Mile1 MIle5K

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Thunderhead Brewery - hwy 6/34 series

Sat, Jun 13 · Axtell, NE Axtell

Road 5K

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Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Omaha

Sun, Jun 14 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Virtual 1 Mile5K10K +4

From $17 Open 5 spots left

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Con Mis Amigos 50K

Sat, Jun 20 · Lincoln, NE Lincoln

Road Con Mis Amigos 50K

From $45 Open Closing Soon

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The Silver Run - 2026

Sat, Jun 20 · Holdrege, NE Holdrege

Road 2 Mile Run2 Mile Walk5K Run +1

From $35 Open

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Cairo Cornstock 5k & 1 Mile Run

Sat, Jun 27 · Cairo, NE Cairo

Road One Mile WalkKids 1 Mile Run5K Run

From $30 Open

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The Cookie Mile

Sat, Jun 27 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Road Open DivisionHigh School DivisionMiddle School Division +3

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Olympiad 5K Run & 1.5 Mile Walk

Sat, Jun 27 · Kearney, NE Kearney

Road 1.5 Mile5K

From $20 Open

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Treat Trot Omaha

Sat, Jun 27 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Virtual 5K10K15K +4

From $17 Open Closing Soon

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Aces for Autism Volleyball Tournament

Sat, Jun 27 · Lincoln, NE Lincoln

Volleyball Team

From $150 Open

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6th Annual Chesterfest 5k Run / Walk

Sat, Jun 27 · Chester, NE Chester

Road Chesterfest 5k Run / Walk

From $30 Open

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5K Color Run & Walk

Sat, Jun 27 · Pierce, NE Pierce

Road 5K Run & Walk

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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2026 Alma- Harlan Hustle Run

Sat, Jul 4 · Alma, NE Alma

Road 1 Mile Fun Run/WalkMen's 5kWomen's 5k +2

From $30 Open

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SUPERIOR FIREKRACKER RUN

Sat, Jul 4 · Superior, NE Superior

Road 1-Mile kids run1-Mile predict2-Mile +2

From $12 Open

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Polish Steeple Chase 5.2 Miler

Sat, Jul 4 · Ashton, NE Ashton

Road Kids Run5.2 Miler

From $20 Open

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Run White and Blue 5K

Sat, Jul 4 · Norfolk, NE Norfolk

Road Run White And Blue 5K

From $35 Open

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Red White & Blue 2.62

Sat, Jul 4 · South Sioux City, NE South Sioux City

Open

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White River 5 K Run/Walk

Sat, Jul 4 · Crawford, NE Crawford

Road Mr. Fireworks White River 5K Fun Run/Walk

From $35 Open

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2026 Harlan Hustle

Sat, Jul 4 · Alma, NE Alma

Road 2026 Harlan Hustle: 1 mile Fun Run/Walk2026 Harlan Hustle: 5K Race2026 Harlan Hustle: 10K Race

From $30 Open

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Blade 5K and 1Mile Walk + Virtual Event

Sat, Jul 11 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Virtual The Blade 1 Mile WalkThe Blade 1 Mile Walk - VIRTUALThe Blade 5K +1

From $20 Open

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52 Taphouse - hwy 6/34 Series

Sat, Jul 11 · Minden, NE Minden

Road 5K

From $40 Open

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RipRoar Youth Triathlon | Omaha, NE

Sat, Jul 18 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Triathlon INTERMEDIATE: 9-11 years old on December 31, 2026JUNIOR: 6-8 years old on December 31, 2026Kid/Kid RipRoar Relay (Both MUST have raced in earlier race) +2

From $50 Open

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A Walk in the Park for Pediatric Cancer

Sun, Jul 19 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Butter Brickle Day A Walk in the Park Adult WalkButter Brickle Day A Walk in the Park Kids Walk

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Omaha Triathlon - Nebraska State Championships 2026

Sun, Jul 19 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Triathlon Omaha Triathlon Sprint Individual EntryNebraska High School State Championship Sprint DistanceOmaha Triathlon Olympic Aquabike (Swim and Bike) Individual Entry +7

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Crofton's Dam Race

Sat, Jul 25 · Crofton, NE Crofton

Triathlon Crofton's Dam Bike RaceCrofton's Dam Half MarathonCrofton's Dam Race - E-Bike Team Triathlon +4

From $40 Open

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Heatwave Half Marathon - Omaha

Sat, Jul 25 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Virtual 1 Mile5 K10 K +5

From $17 Open Closing Soon 5 spots left

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Heatwave Half Marathon - Lincoln

Sat, Aug 1 · Lincoln, NE Lincoln

Virtual 1 Mile5 K10 K +5

From $17 Open Closing Soon 5 spots left

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2nd Annual Corn to Run

Sat, Aug 1 · Du Bois, NE Du Bois

Trail 1-Mile Fun Run5K Run10K Run +1

From $15 Open

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Angry Cow Night Run Trail Run # 2

Sat, Aug 1 · Hickman, NE Hickman

Trail Angry Cow Night Run 4 mileAngry Cow Night Run 6 mileAngry Cow Night Run 8 mile +1

From $25 Open

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First Street Brewing Company - hwy 6/34 series

Sat, Aug 8 · Hastings, NE Hastings

Road 5K

From $40 Open

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Popsicle 5K/10K/Half - Omaha

Sun, Aug 9 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Virtual Virtual 5K5K5K-No Shirt +6

From $25 Open

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Lucky Bucket 5K Off-road run!

Sat, Aug 15 · Ashland, NE Ashland

Trail Lucky Bucket 5K Off-road Run.

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Lincoln, NE

Sat, Aug 15 · Lincoln, NE Lincoln

Road Adult RegistrationFirst Responders & Military RegistrationYouth Registration 13 to 17 yrs +1

From $5 Open

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Summer Sizzler- Lincoln

Sat, Aug 15 · Lincoln, NE Lincoln

Virtual 1 Mile5K10K +4

From $17 Open 5 spots left

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Fall Half Marathon Training Class Presented by ASICS (Omaha)

Tue, Aug 18 · Omaha, NE Omaha

Road BeginnerIntermediate/Advanced

From $75 Open

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Elsey Mae Memorial Run

Sat, Aug 22 · Beatrice, NE Beatrice

Virtual Elsey Mae Memory MileElsey Mae Memorial 5kElsey Mae Memory Mile - Virtual +1

From $20 Open

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