Running Races in North Carolina — 2026

There are 680 running races in North Carolina in 2026 across 211 cities. The next upcoming race is the Friday Night Lights - Elon Opener in Elon on September 4. Popular distances include 5K races, half marathons, 10K races.

Strides for WHA

Sat, Sep 12 · Wilmington, NC Wilmington

Road Strides for WHA

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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Tunnel to Towers Climb - Raleigh, NC

Sat, Sep 12 · Raleigh, NC Raleigh

Road First Responders and Military RegistrationAdult RegistrationYouth Registration 11 to 17 yrs +1

From $5 Open Closing Soon

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Love Durham Run 5k

Sat, Sep 12 · Durham, NC Durham

Road 5k run/walk/roll

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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9/11 Heroes Run - Raleigh, North Carolina

Sat, Sep 12 · Holly Springs, NC Holly Springs

Road 5K Ruck - Active Duty Military or First Responder5K Ruck5K Run +3

From $31 Open Closing Soon

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Joggin' for Frogmen - Raleigh, North Carolina

Sat, Sep 12 · Holly Springs, NC Holly Springs

Road 5K Run - PUSHER5K Run5K Run - PUSHER +1

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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Kandace Helms 5k

Sat, Sep 12 · Lincolnton, NC Lincolnton

Road 5k Run (Timed)Kids Fun Run

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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Leading Edge Take Heart 5K X Kingdom Kickbacks

Sat, Sep 12 · Charlotte, NC Charlotte

Road Take Heart 5K X Kingdom Kickbacks

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Donate Life NC Hero Run

Sun, Sep 13 · Durham, NC Durham

Virtual 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk/Roll5k Run/Walk/RollSleep In Superhero

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Fall 2026 Kids Fun Run & 3K - Holly Springs

Sun, Sep 13 · Holly Springs, NC Holly Springs

Road Fall 2026 Kids Fun Run & 3K - Holly Springs

From $65 Open Closing Soon 40 spots left

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Lake Summit 10 Mile Run/Hike

Sun, Sep 13 · Zirconia, NC Zirconia

Road Lake Summit 10 Mile

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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Lake Davidson Sprint Triathlon

Sun, Sep 13 · Davidson, NC Davidson

Triathlon Relay TeamClub CollegiateNCAA Draft Legal +3

From $65 Open Closing Soon

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Race to Cure Sarcoma North Carolina

Sun, Sep 13 · Cary, NC Cary

Virtual 5K Run or 1 Mile Walk (Untimed) - Adult5K Run or 1 Mile Walk (Untimed) - Child (Ages 6-12)Virtual +1

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 - New Bern, NC

Sun, Sep 13 · New Bern, NC New Bern

Road Single Day Walk Up Week 1Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile +9

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 - Jacksonville, NC

Sun, Sep 13 · Jacksonville, NC Jacksonville

Road Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 MileSingle Day Walk Up Week 5Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile +21

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Jog for Joan 5K

Sun, Sep 13 · Greensboro, NC Greensboro

Open Closing Soon

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Fall Half Marathon Training 2026

Tue, Sep 15 · Winston-Salem, NC Winston-Salem

Road Half Marathon Training

From $110 Open

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Southeastern NC Middle School XC Series

Thu, Sep 17 · Wilmington, NC Wilmington

Road October 13th MeetOctober 1st MeetSeptember 17th Meet

From $100 Open

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NCATP 2026 AT Expo

Thu, Sep 17 · Raleigh, NC Raleigh

Open

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Colors of Courage 5k

Sat, Sep 19 · Wilson, NC Wilson

Road 1k Run5K Run

From $15 Open

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Mind Over Miles 5k Walk/Run

Sat, Sep 19 · Jacksonville, NC Jacksonville

Virtual 5K Walk/RunVirtual 5K

From $22 Open Closing Soon

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Athena's Run for GYN Cancer

Sat, Sep 19 · Clemmons, NC Clemmons

Road Athena's Run for GYN Cancer 5KProud in the Crowd (Non Timed Runner/Walkers)

From $25 Open

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Greenway Gauntlet (Land Nav only) Solo

Sat, Sep 19 · Shelby, NC Shelby

Broad River Greenway Gauntlet NAV ONLY TeamBroad River Greenway Gauntlet ( Land Nav ONLY) SOLO

From $35 Open

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Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra

Sat, Sep 19 · Danbury, NC Danbury

Virtual 50 MilerVirtual 50 MileVirtual 50K +3

From $50 Open

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2026 Fishy 5K

Sat, Sep 19 · Hatteras, NC Hatteras

Road 2026 Fishy 5K

From $40 Open

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Walk the Talk 5k and Fun Run

Sat, Sep 19 · Bessemer City, NC Bessemer City

Road 1 Mile Youth Fun Run ( 4-12)5k - Elite5k - Open +1

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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The Roanoke Canal 5k

Sat, Sep 19 · Roanoke Rapids, NC Roanoke Rapids

Road 5K1/2 Mile Fun Walk

From $10 Open

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Blue Ridge Conservancy 5K

Sat, Sep 19 · Blowing Rock, NC Blowing Rock

Virtual 1 Mile Fun Run/WalkVirtual 5K5K Run/Walk

From $20 Open

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Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Swansboro, NC

Sat, Sep 19 · Swansboro, NC Swansboro

Road Virtual RunChild Registration 12 & UnderAdult Registration +2

From $5 Open

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Greenway Guantlet (paddle and land)

Sat, Sep 19 · Shelby, NC Shelby

Greenway Guantlet (land and nav and paddle) TEAMGreenway Gauntlet (land nav and paddle) Individual

From $35 Open

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Patriot 5K

Sat, Sep 19 · Morganton, NC Morganton

Road 1 Mile Fun RunPatriot 5K

From $10 Open Closing Soon 100 spots left

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LET’S GET MOVING EVENT & 5K (4th Annual) Presented By: KPMG

Sat, Sep 19 · Concord, NC Concord

Virtual Virtual 5K1 Mile Buddy Run/Walk5K +1

From $10 Open

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XC Experience

Sat, Sep 19 · Rutherfordton, NC Rutherfordton

Road XC Experience 5k

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Walk For All Mankind: Suicide Prevention Fundraiser

Sat, Sep 19 · Knightdale, NC Knightdale

Road 3rd Annual Walk For All Mankind Suicide Prevention Fundraiser

From $25 Open

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Wilson Doughnut Run

Sat, Sep 19 · Wilson, NC Wilson

Road Wilson Doughnut Run or Run/Walk 5k

From $45 Open

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2026 Marine Corps Half Marathon presented by FirstLight Home Care & USAA

Sat, Sep 19 · Camp Lejeune, NC Camp Lejeune

Road Ainsley's Angels (Riders)Ainsley's AngelsHalf Marathon +2

From $50 Open

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Pisgah 12 Hour Adventure Race 2026

Sat, Sep 19 · Nebo, NC Nebo

2 Person (price per racer)3 Person (price per racer)4 Person (price per racer) +1

From $150 Open Closing Soon

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (38)

Sat, Sep 19 · Winston-Salem, NC Winston-Salem

Road 5K10KHalf Marathon

From $30 Open

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (38)

Sat, Sep 19 · Charlotte, NC Charlotte

Road 5K10KHalf Marathon

From $30 Open

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Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (38)

Sat, Sep 19 · Raleigh, NC Raleigh

Road 5K13.1

From $30 Open

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I AM Too Sexy 5K

Sat, Sep 19 · Durham, NC Durham

Road I AM Too Sexy 5K

From $20 Open

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (38)

Sat, Sep 19 · Wilmington, NC Wilmington

Road 5K10KHalf Marathon

From $30 Open

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Mental Health Matters 5k Walk/Run for Awareness

Sat, Sep 19 · Asheville, NC Asheville

Road Mental Health Matters 5k Walk/Run For AwarenessNon-Profit Vendor Registration Only/Community Resource FairFor-Profit Vendor Registration Only/Community Resource Fair

From $25 Open Closing Soon 15 spots left

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CANNONBALL Course Preview & Countdown Event

Sat, Sep 19 · Greensboro, NC Greensboro

Open

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Where the Wild Things Run

Sat, Sep 19 · Denton, NC Denton

Road Where the Wild Things Run 5K

From $30 Open

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Live Your Dash 5k and Fun Run

Sat, Sep 19 · Edenton, NC Edenton

Road 5k5K WalkFun Run for Kids

From $25 Open

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2026 I AM Too Sexy 5K

Sat, Sep 19 · Durham, NC Durham

Road I AM Too Sexy 5K

From $20 Open

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The Burke Whitaker PIG Tournament

Sat, Sep 19 · Chapel Hill, NC Chapel Hill

The Burke Whitaker PIG Tournament

From $25 Open

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The Northern Outer Banks Salt & Sound Run/Walk

Sat, Sep 19 · Powells Point Currituck, NC Powells Point Currituck

Road Boardwalk 1-MilerSalt & Sound 5kSalt & Sound 10k

From $15 Open

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Run For The Pils 5K

Sat, Sep 19 · Concord, NC Concord

Road 5K Run/Walk

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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WishMaker 5K

Sat, Sep 19 · Surf City, NC Surf City

Road 5K

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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