Upcoming 5Ks in North Carolina

Endurance Grid lists five hundred twenty-two 5Ks in North Carolina, from July 2026 to October 2027 across 176 cities.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many 5Ks are in North Carolina?+
Endurance Grid's Race Calendar lists 522 upcoming 5Ks in North Carolina, in 176 cities, from July 2026 to October 2027.
How long is a 5K?+
A 5K is 3.1 miles (5 kilometers).
Which North Carolina cities host 5Ks?+
5Ks in North Carolina are held in Charlotte, Raleigh, Cary, Winston-Salem, Wilmington, Concord, Greensboro, Winston Salem, Greenville, and Durham, plus 166 other cities.
What other race distances are available in North Carolina?+
Beyond 5K, North Carolina races cover a wide range of distances. North Carolina also has 10Ks, half marathons, and marathons for running races. Additionally, Endurance Grid's Race Calendar also covers other sports, with adventure, aquabike, road cycling, duathlon, mountain bike, obstacle course, paddle, rucking, running, swimming, swimrun, trail running, triathlon, and ultra races of various distances.