What race distances can I run in Greensboro?
Greensboro has 5K (15), 10K (3), Half Marathon (3), Marathon (3). 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 Greensboro, North Carolina
Upcoming running races in and near Greensboro, North Carolina - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
19 upcoming races · 15 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Greensboro races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Tue, Jul 28, 2026Hit the Staxx 10K/5K Greensboro, NCFrom $45Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Back 2 School 5k Color Run Greensboro, NCFrom $20Register Sat, Sep 19, 2026CANNONBALL Course Preview & Countdown Event Greensboro, NCFreeDetails Sat, Sep 26, 202611th Annual Shea's Chase 5K Run & Walk Greensboro, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Downtown Greenway Run & Block Party Greensboro, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Weekday Preschool 5K Greensboro, NCFrom $35Details Fri, Oct 16, 2026Cannonball Running Festival - Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Greensboro, NCFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Triple Lakes Trail Race Greensboro, NCFrom $38Details Fri, Oct 30, 20268th Annual Aggie Pride 5K 2026 Greensboro, NCFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Miles for Montagnard - 5K Fun Run Greensboro, NCFrom $40Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Westerwood 5K Greensboro, NCFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Little Pink LaRue Run - Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk Greensboro, NCFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Greensboro Half Marathon Greensboro, NCFrom $20Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Running of the Turkeys Greensboro, NCFrom $20Details Sun, Feb 14, 2027Valentine's Heartbreaker Marathon & Relay Greensboro, NCFrom $45Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Running of the Leprechauns Greensboro, NCFrom $15Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Waggin' Wild 5k & Fun Run Greensboro, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Apr 3, 2027PTI 5k/10k Run on the Runway Greensboro, NCFrom $5Details Sat, May 22, 2027Elm Street Athletic Festival Greensboro, NCFrom $20Details
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 Greensboro
When is race season in Greensboro?
November is the busiest month for races in Greensboro, with 5 of the 19, 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 Greensboro?
14 of the 19 races in Greensboro 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 Greensboro races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 15 races in Greensboro with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:02, 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 Greensboro?
Browse Greensboro run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Greensboro?
Yes, one race around Greensboro gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.