Is November a good month for a 10K?
It is the fullest month of the year for the 10K. November carries 687 of them, more than any other month, so you get the widest choice of dates, locations and course types without having to travel far for one.
Race calendar · November 2026
10K Races in November 2026
687 10K races across the US in November 2026, sorted by date. Which weekends are busiest, what the fields actually run, entry fees, and where each one starts.
The month has a strong holiday character: turkey trot formats, charity themes, and festive multi-distance weekends are common, so expect a social atmosphere alongside competitive fields.
Weather splits sharply by region. The Northeast and Midwest deliver crisp, honest racing conditions, while the Southeast and Gulf Coast can still serve up warm, humid mornings that demand a conservative early pace. The West Coast tends to land somewhere in between, with coastal fog and mild temperatures that keep effort honest without punishing runners.
Many events share a start line with a marathon or half marathon the same weekend, which means better post-race energy, bigger expo options, and occasionally a more crowded early corral.
What the field actually runs
November 10K Races, By the Numbers
1:01:13Median finish time
40:05Median winning time
55Median field size
333November 10K races with published results
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 16, 2026.
When in November
The November Race Weekends
10K races are not spread evenly across November. Here is how the calendar actually falls, weekend by weekend, which is the part worth knowing before you book a trip or plan a taper around one.
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The November 10K races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
November 10K Races by State
Texas 83California 79Florida 78North Carolina 30Georgia 29Ohio 24Michigan 22Washington 22Virginia 20Pennsylvania 19Tennessee 19Alabama 18Missouri 18Arkansas 16Colorado 16Illinois 15Arizona 14Kentucky 14New Jersey 14New York 14Wisconsin 13Maryland 11Oklahoma 11Iowa 8Louisiana 8Nevada 8Indiana 7Oregon 7South Carolina 6Minnesota 5New Mexico 5Utah 5Kansas 4Idaho 3Montana 3Nebraska 3West Virginia 3Hawaii 2Massachusetts 2Mississippi 2New Hampshire 2Connecticut 1North Dakota 1Rhode Island 1South Dakota 1Vermont 1
10K Runs by City in November
The Next 10K Runs in November
687 total Sun, Nov 1, 2026Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge Event Camden, NJFrom $75Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Almond Bowl 5K & 10K November 1st, 2026 Chico, CAFrom $60Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Two Cities Marathon Fresno, CAFrom $93Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Clarksburg Country Run Clarksburg, CAFrom $57Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Hot Cider Hustle - Harrisburg 10K & 5K Harrisburg, PAFrom $55Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Louisville Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K Louisville, KYFrom $55Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Feet for Justice Run Denver, COFrom $40Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Sweat For Vets Challenge Altoona, PAFrom $60Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Rockville 10K/5K Rockville, MDFrom $40Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Thankful Turkey 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Lake Zurich, ILPricing TBADetails Sun, Nov 1, 2026The 14th Annual Tapping of the Great Pumpkin 5k, 10k, 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk & Lil' Pumpkin Kids Run Spring House, PAFrom $58Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026DINO DASH Tustin, CAFrom $50Details
Common Questions About Running a November 10K
How should I adjust my pacing strategy for a November 10K?
In the North and Midwest, cool air lets you run closer to true effort from the gun. In the South and Gulf states, morning humidity can still be high even in November, so starting conservatively and building through miles four and five protects your finish. Layers at the start line are smart everywhere north of the Mason-Dixon line.
What should I wear to a November 10K?
In the Northeast and upper Midwest, gloves and a light base layer at the start are usually warranted, and you may want to pin a throwaway layer on top. In the South, a singlet and shorts are often plenty. On the West Coast and in the mountains, mornings can be cold enough for a half-zip even when the afternoon warms up considerably.
Is a November 10K a good target race for a fall PR?
For runners in the northern half of the country, yes. Cool, dry air and months of summer base fitness combine to make November one of the better PR windows at this distance. Runners in warmer southern states get more reliable conditions earlier in the fall, so a November race there is still solid but weather is less predictable than in September or October.
How far ahead should I start training to be ready for a November 10K?
An eight-week focused block is enough if you have a running base already in place. If you are coming from minimal mileage, a full summer of easy running before a structured fall build gives you the aerobic foundation to race the distance rather than just survive it. Starting in late August covers both scenarios comfortably.
When in November are most 10K races held?
The busiest weekend is November 7 and November 8, with 160 of them, 124 of those on Saturday, November 7. Another 133 fall on a weekday, which is worth knowing if you are traveling for one.
What is a good 10K time?
Across the 333 of these November 10K races with published results from past editions, the median finisher ran 1:01:13, and the median winning time was 40:05. So anything under 1:01:13 puts you in the faster half of a typical field. That is the middle of these RunSignup fields, walkers and charity entrants included, not a national average.
How big is a typical November 10K field?
The median one finished 55 runners, across the 333 of these November 10K races with published results from past editions. Most are far smaller than the big-city events people picture, which means less crowding at the start and a friendlier field, with a last recorded finisher at 1:39:08.
Which states have the most November 10K races?
Texas has 83, California has 79, Florida has 78, North Carolina has 30, Georgia has 29. If you are willing to travel, those are the states where a November weekend gives you the most to choose from.
Are there trail 10K races in November?
Yes, 42 races around the United States get you off the pavement: 28 are trail races, and 14 mix road and trail.