What race distances can I run in Lincoln?
Lincoln has 5K (12), 10K (11), Half Marathon (10). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Nebraska · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Lincoln, Nebraska
Upcoming running races in and near Lincoln, Nebraska - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
17 upcoming races · 9 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Lincoln races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Tue, Aug 18, 2026Fall Half Marathon Training Class Lincoln, NEFrom $75Details Tue, Nov 3, 2026Good Life Halfsy® Lincoln, NEFrom $175Details Sun, Nov 15, 2026Gobble for Good Life Lincoln, NEFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Lincoln Lutheran Turkey Trot Lincoln, NEFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026YMCA of Lincoln Turkey Trot Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Endurance Loopy Loop Lincoln, NEFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 29, 2026Turkey Trails - Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details Sun, Dec 13, 2026Candy Cane Course - Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $27Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details Sat, Feb 27, 2027Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 - Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027DoNot Stop Half Marathon 5K/10K - Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details Sat, May 8, 2027Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details Sat, May 29, 2027Treat Trot Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details Sat, Jul 31, 2027Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details Sat, Aug 21, 2027Summer Sizzler - Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details Sun, Sep 26, 2027Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5K/10K - Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details Sat, Oct 23, 2027Spooky Sprint - Lincoln Lincoln, NEFrom $22Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Lincoln. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
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 25, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Lincoln
When is race season in Lincoln?
November is the busiest month for races in Lincoln, with 6 of the 17, followed by August with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Lincoln races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 9 races in Lincoln with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:03, 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 Lincoln?
Browse Lincoln run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.