What race distances can I run in Hickory?
Hickory has 5K (6), Half Marathon (5). 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 Hickory, North Carolina
Upcoming running races in and near Hickory, North Carolina - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
6 upcoming races · 6 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Hickory races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Ninja 5K, & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (31) Hickory, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 5, 2026Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (36) Hickory, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (40) Hickory, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Gobbler 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (45) Hickory, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Hickory Foundation YMCA Turkey Trot 5K/10K & Youth Fun Run Hickory, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Holiday 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (49) Hickory, 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 Hickory
When is race season in Hickory?
November is the busiest month for races in Hickory, with 2 of the 6. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Hickory races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 6 races in Hickory with published results, the typical median finish is around 32:20, 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 Hickory?
Browse Hickory run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.