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5K Races in Concord, North Carolina

Every upcoming 5K around Concord, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.

17 upcoming 5K races found · 13 with finish-time stats

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The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Concord races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field641 finishersSanta Scramble 5Kin the 5KLongest-running4th year4th Annual 5K Suicide Awareness/Prevention Eventannual tradition
Sat, Aug 1, 2026GIVE HOPE 5K - STRIDES TO END HOMELESSNESS Concord, NC5KFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Run4More - The Education Over Debt Foundation Concord, NC5KFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32) Concord, NC5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (35) Concord, NC5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 20264th Annual 5K Suicide Awareness/Prevention Event Concord, NC5KFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Run For The Pils 5K Concord, NC5KFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Camp CARE Annual Memorial 5K Concord, NC5K1 MileFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (41) Concord, NC5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K CONCORD, NC5K1 MileFrom $10Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (44) Concord, NC5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $30Register Sat, Nov 7, 20262026 Veterans Salute 5K and 10K Concord, NC5K10K1 MileFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Run to Empower Entrepreneurs 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run Concord, NC5K1 MileFrom $10Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Concord, NC (46) Concord, NC5K10KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Santa Scramble 5K Concord, NC5KFrom $18Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Concord, NC (50) Concord, NC5K10KHalf MarathonMarathonFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Lights & Sirens Race for Hope for Special Olympics North Carolina Concord, NC5K1.5 MilesFrom $20Details Sat, May 15, 2027Kristen's Krew 5K Concord, NC5KFrom $35Details

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 Jul 27, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 5K in Concord

When are most 5K races held in Concord?

August is the busiest month for 5K races in Concord, with 4 of the 17, followed by October with 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

How much do Concord 5K races cost?

Entry fees for 5K races here run from $10 to about $35, depending on the event and how early you register.

How early should I register for a 5K in Concord?

9 of the 17 5K races in Concord already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.

Are Concord 5K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 13 5K races in Concord with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:00, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Where can I train for a 5K in Concord?

Browse Concord run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.

Are there trail 5K races near Concord?

Yes, one race around Concord gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.