When are most 5K races held in Raleigh?
October is the busiest month for 5K races in Raleigh, with 5 of the 22, followed by August with 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
North Carolina · 5K
5K Races in Raleigh, North Carolina
Every upcoming 5K around Raleigh, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
22 upcoming 5K races found · 15 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Raleigh races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Wild Bill 5k Raleigh, NCFrom $45Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Ninja 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (32) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026Ninja 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (33) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (35) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Register Mon, Sep 7, 20262026 HBCU STEM Education Run Raleigh, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Tunnel to Towers Climb - Raleigh, NC Raleigh, NCFrom $10Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Medal Madness 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (37) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (38) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (41) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - The Triangle, NC Raleigh, NCFrom $10Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (42) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (44) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Register Sat, Oct 31, 2026Day of the Dead 5k & Street Festival Raleigh, NCPricing TBARegister Sat, Nov 14, 2026Gobbler 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (46) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (47) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Trophy Trot 5k Raleigh, NCPricing TBADetails Thu, Nov 26, 2026Leesville Community Turkey Trot Raleigh, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Holiday 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (50) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (51) Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026JKL AERO 5K Raleigh, NCFrom $0Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Run in the Park 5K • 10K & Virtual Race Raleigh, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Reach, Rally, & Run Raleigh, NCFrom $20Details
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 Raleigh
How much do Raleigh 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from $0.01 to about $45, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in Raleigh?
6 of the 22 5K races in Raleigh 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 Raleigh 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 15 5K races in Raleigh with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:27, 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 Raleigh?
Browse Raleigh run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.