Greensboro Half Marathon
Greensboro Half Marathon is a running race on November 21, 2026 in Greensboro, NC, with entry fees from $20 to $90.
- Date
- November 21, 2026 (121 days to go)
- Price
- $20–$90
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Greensboro Half Marathon, 5K & 1 Mile – November 21, 2026
Looking for a beginner-friendly fall half marathon in North Carolina? The Greensboro Half Marathon, 5K, & 1 Mile returns on Saturday, November 21, 2026, with a fast, USA Track & Field certified course that’s perfect for PRs and fall racing goals. Featuring just 300 feet of total elevation gain, this race is designed to be approachable for beginners and exciting for experienced runners chasing speed. As part of the North Carolina Road Mega Medal Series, every distance offers participants the chance to earn a unique finisher medal and be part of one of the state’s most popular medal challenges.
Why Runners Love the Greensboro Half Marathon
- Beginner-friendly & fast: With only 300 feet of elevation gain, this is a great half marathon for first-timers or those chasing a PR.
- Perfect fall weather: Skip the summer heat—enjoy cooler temps and crisp November race conditions.
- USA Track & Field certified: Your results count for official records and qualifying purposes for the half marathon and 5 Mile.
- North Carolina Road Mega Medal Series: Collect this race’s medal as part of the multi-race puzzle series.
- Quality swag: All participants receive a custom race shirt and a unique finisher medal.
- Community impact: Proudly partnered with A Simple Gesture, helping fight food insecurity in Greensboro during the Thanksgiving season.
- Options for all runners: Choose from the Half Marathon, 5K, or 1 Mile distance for a race that fits your goals.
Race Details
- Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Location: Greensboro, North Carolina
- Distances: Half Marathon | 5K | 1 Mile
- Course: Fast, beginner-friendly, and USATF-certified with just 300 feet of elevation gain.
- Series: Part of the North Carolina Road Mega Medal Series
- Only Fools Run Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K in March
- Pig Pounder Brewery 5K in April
- Elm Street Run Fest in May
- Greensboro Distilling Speakeasy 5K in June
- Greensboro Half Marathon, 5K, & 1 Mile in November
Whether you’re running your first race, chasing a new personal best, or joining friends and family for a fun community event, the Greensboro Half Marathon, 5K & 1 Mile is a fall road race you don’t want to miss.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
59°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Greensboro Wtp, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Greensboro, NC
Population
298,564
as of 2023
City Elevation
782 ft
Nearest Airport
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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121
Days to train
- Race
- Greensboro Half Marathon
- Date
- November 21, 2026
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Greensboro Half Marathon
Nov 21, 2026