What race distances can I run in Concord?
Concord has 5K (17), 10K (7), Half Marathon (6). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
North Carolina · Race calendar
Running Races in Concord, North Carolina
Upcoming running races in and near Concord, North Carolina - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
21 upcoming races · 15 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Concord races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026GIVE HOPE 5K - STRIDES TO END HOMELESSNESS Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Run4More - The Education Over Debt Foundation Concord, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (35) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 12, 20264th Annual 5K Suicide Awareness/Prevention Event Concord, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Elijah Eller Tailgate for SUDC Awareness Concord, NCFreeDetails Sat, Sep 19, 2026Run For The Pils 5K Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026LET’S GET MOVING EVENT & 5K (4th Annual) Concord, NCFrom $10Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026The Journey 5K & Family Fun Run and Walk (2026) Concord, NCFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Camp CARE Annual Memorial 5K Concord, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (41) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt 5K CONCORD, NCFrom $10Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (44) Concord, NCFrom $30Register Sat, Nov 7, 20262026 Veterans Salute 5K and 10K Concord, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Run to Empower Entrepreneurs 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run Concord, NCFrom $10Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Concord, NC (46) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Santa Scramble 5K Concord, NCFrom $18Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Concord, NC (50) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Lights & Sirens Race for Hope for Special Olympics North Carolina Concord, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027Mount Afton Challenge Concord, NCFreeDetails Sat, May 15, 2027Kristen's Krew 5K Concord, NCFrom $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 Racing in Concord
When is race season in Concord?
October is the busiest month for races in Concord, with 5 of the 21, followed by August 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 Concord?
9 of the 21 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 races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 15 races in Concord with published results, the typical median finish is around 38:59, 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 Concord?
Browse Concord run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail 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.