Find Running Events in North Carolina

North Carolina offers a vibrant running scene with iconic events like the Charlotte Marathon and the Outer Banks Marathon, drawing runners to its scenic coastal routes and rolling mountain trails. From challenging hill climbs in the Appalachian Mountains to flat, fast courses in bustling cities, the state’s diverse terrain and welcoming racing culture create unforgettable experiences for runners of all levels year-round. Whether chasing a personal best or enjoying festive seasonal races, North Carolina’s dynamic venues make it a must-visit destination for running enthusiasts.

Find Running Events in North Carolina

Find Running Events in North Carolina

Charlotte, NC(8 events)

New Year 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon At Little Sugar Creek, Charlotte, Nc (01) 100

Viking 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon At Little Sugar Creek, Charlotte, Nc (06) 100

Medal Madness 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon At Little Sugar Creek, Charlotte, Nc (10) 100

Medal Madness 5k, 10k, 13.1, & 26.2 At Clark's Creek Greenway, Charlotte, Nc (12) 150

Superheroes For Autism

The Loop 5k

Greensboro, NC(4 events)

Only Fools Run Half Marathon, 10k, And 5k

Pig Pounder Brewery 5k

Owls Roost Rumble

Elm Street Athletic Festival

Winston-Salem, NC(4 events)

Holiday 5k, 10k, & Half Marathon At Jamison Park, Winston-salem, Nc (51) 60

St Leo - Run Leo 5k, 10k, And John Hanson Fun Run

Deacon Dash For Down Syndrome

Angel Run

Cary, NC(3 events)

Winter 2025/2026 Adult Run + Strength - Cary

Cary Greenways Half-marathon

Sunset Scramble

Durham, NC(3 events)

Play It Forward Winter Running Clinics

MST 100 Endurance Races

Garmin Marathon Durham

Burnsville, NC(2 events)

Holly Springs, NC(2 events)

Old Fort, NC(2 events)

28203, NC(1 event)

Albemarle, NC(1 event)

Apex, NC(1 event)

Atlantic Beach, NC(1 event)

Bald Head Island, NC(1 event)

Beaufort, NC(1 event)

Boone, NC(1 event)

Candler, NC(1 event)

Carrboro, NC(1 event)

Chapel Hill, NC(1 event)

Clemmons, NC(1 event)

Concord, NC(1 event)

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