What race distances can I run in Cary?
Cary has 5K (19), 10K (6), Half Marathon (4). 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 Cary, North Carolina
Upcoming running races in and near Cary, North Carolina - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
23 upcoming races · 15 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Cary races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 22, 2026NIGHT NATION RUN - RALEIGH Cary, NCFrom $35Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Summer's Done 13.1 Cary, NCFrom $50Details Tue, Aug 25, 2026Fall 2026 Kids 5K - Cary Cary, NCFrom $70Register Sun, Aug 30, 2026Fall 2026 Adult Run + Strength Cary, NCFrom $75Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Pups & Pastries Cary, NCFrom $30Details Sun, Sep 13, 2026Race to Cure Sarcoma North Carolina Cary, NCFrom $45Details Thu, Sep 17, 2026NCSG 5K & 10K Championship Results Cary, NCFreeDetails Sun, Oct 4, 2026Cary Greenways Tour Cary, NCFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026St. Paul 5K, 1 Mile Color Run, & Family Fun Day Cary, NCFrom $40Details Sun, Oct 11, 2026HowlOWeen 5K Cary, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Amberly Sugar Rush Cary, NCFrom $25Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Cary Academy 5k Cary, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Stars, Stripes, & Strides Cary, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Turkey Chase Cary, NCFrom $35Details Sat, Dec 5, 20262026 Jingle Bell Run Cary, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Fortnight Before Christmas Cary, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Mutts & Marshmallows Cary, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Sole Mates Cary, NCFrom $25Details Sun, Mar 7, 2027Cary Greenways Half-Marathon Cary, NCFrom $45Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Strides for Survivors Cary, NCPricing TBADetails Sat, Apr 3, 2027Sunset Scramble Cary, NCFrom $30Details Sat, May 8, 2027Bloom & Zoom Cary, NCFrom $20Details Sat, May 29, 2027Run to Remember Cary, NCFrom $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 Cary
When is race season in Cary?
August is the busiest month for races in Cary, with 4 of the 23, followed by October with 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Cary?
18 of the 23 races in Cary 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 Cary races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 15 races in Cary with published results, the typical median finish is around 38:36, 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 Cary?
Browse Cary run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.