What race distances can I run in Jacksonville?
Jacksonville has 5K (10), 10K (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 Jacksonville, North Carolina
Upcoming running races in and near Jacksonville, North Carolina - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
13 upcoming races · 7 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Jacksonville races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Tue, Aug 4, 2026Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit Jacksonville, NCFrom $25Details Sun, Sep 13, 2026Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 Jacksonville, NCFrom $45Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Mind Over Miles 5k Walk/Run Jacksonville, NCFrom $35Details Fri, Sep 25, 2026Clove Hitch Oktoberfest Beer Mile Jacksonville, NCFrom $30Register Sat, Oct 17, 2026Miles for Mammos 5K Run/Walk Jacksonville, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026DSNOCC 15th Anniversary Buddy Walk® Jacksonville, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026The Fuzzy Peach Trail Run Jacksonville, NCFrom $20Details Sun, Nov 22, 2026Merry Fitness 5k Jacksonville, NCFrom $30Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Onslow Community Outreach Turkey Trot Jacksonville, NCFrom $15Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026White Elephant 5k FUN RUN Jacksonville, NCFrom $15Details Sat, Jan 23, 2027Beat the Bridge 10k/5k Jacksonville, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027CUPID DASH 5K/10K Jacksonville, NCFrom $15Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Ainsley's Angels 13th Annual Run With Your Heart 5K/10K/15K Jacksonville, NCFrom $25Details
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 Jacksonville
When is race season in Jacksonville?
September is the busiest month for races in Jacksonville, with 3 of the 13, followed by November with 3. 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 Jacksonville?
7 of the 13 races in Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 7 races in Jacksonville with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:25, 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 Jacksonville?
Browse Jacksonville run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.