What race distances can I run in Concord?
Concord has 5K (21), 10K (15), Half Marathon (14). 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
2026-2027 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.
23 upcoming races · 18 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, 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 $20Details 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 $25Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Laurel Park Turkey Day 5K/Fun Run Concord, NCFrom $30Details 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 9, 2027New Year 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Concord, NC (02) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Jan 16, 2027Mount Afton Challenge Concord, NCFreeDetails Sat, Jan 30, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Concord, NC (05) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Concord, NC (07) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Pirate 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Concord, NC (11) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Mar 27, 20272027 Bunny Run 5K Concord, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Bunny 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Concord, NC (15) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, May 8, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Concord, NC (19) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, May 15, 2027Kristen's Krew 5K Concord, NCFrom $35Details Sat, May 29, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Concord, NC (22) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 12, 2027Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Concord, NC (24) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Jul 10, 2027Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Concord, NC (28) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Jul 31, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (31) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 14, 2027Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (33) Concord, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 2, 2027The Journey 5K & Family Fun Run and Walk (2027) Concord, NCFrom $40Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Concord. 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 Concord
When is race season in Concord?
November is the busiest month for races in Concord, with 5 of the 23, followed by January with 3. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Concord races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 18 races in Concord with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:58, 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.