What race distances can I run in Lexington?
Lexington has 5K (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
South Carolina · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Lexington, South Carolina
Upcoming running races in and near Lexington, South Carolina - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
4 upcoming races · 3 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Lexington races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Wed, Jul 15, 2026Run Hard Midlands Lexington, SCRegistration closedFrom $90Details Sat, Oct 31, 20263rd ANNUAL LIGHTHOUSE FOR LIFE 24HR FREEDOM FIGHT Lexington, SCFreeDetails Sat, Nov 14, 2026Run Hard Half Marathon, 10k & 5k Lexington, SCFrom $35Details Sat, Feb 6, 2027Be the Buffalo Memorial Run for Digits and Needle Lexington, SCFrom $35Details
Within 100 miles
Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Lexington. 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 15, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Lexington
Are Lexington races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 3 races in Lexington with published results, the typical median finish is around 39:27, 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 Lexington?
Browse Lexington run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.