What race distances can I run in Pooler?
Pooler has 5K (6), 10K (5), Half Marathon (5). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Pooler, Georgia
Upcoming running races in and near Pooler, Georgia - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
6 upcoming races · 4 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Pooler races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 15, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Pooler, GA (33) Pooler, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026WFHS Class of '81 5K Community Walk/Run Pooler, GAFrom $20Register Sat, Oct 3, 2026RUN FORREST RUN ENDURANCE FEST Pooler, GAFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Pooler, GA (42) Pooler, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Pooler, GA (47) Pooler, GAFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Pooler, GA (51) Pooler, GAFrom $30Details
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 Racing in Pooler
When is race season in Pooler?
August is the busiest month for races in Pooler, with 2 of the 6, followed by October with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Pooler races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 4 races in Pooler with published results, the typical median finish is around 37:05, 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 race in Pooler?
Browse Pooler run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Pooler?
Yes, one race around Pooler 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.