Which North Carolina cities have the most Ultra races?
Greensboro (2), Oak Island (2), Danbury (1), Cary (1) lead the state for Ultra races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
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Ultra Races in North Carolina
Every upcoming Ultra in North Carolina, all 13 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
13 upcoming Ultra races · 11 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The North Carolina races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Ultra Races by City
Soonest Ultra Races in North Carolina
13 total Sat, Sep 19, 2026Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra Danbury, NCFrom $115Details Fri, Oct 16, 2026Cannonball Running Festival - Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Greensboro, NCFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Triple Lakes Trail Race Greensboro, NCFrom $38Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Turkey Chase Cary, NCFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026The Derby 50k Ellerbe, NCPricing TBADetails Tue, Dec 1, 2026Craven Smart Start Holiday Hustle New Bern, NCFrom $15Details Fri, Jan 8, 2027Frosty Fifty Trail Races 5K Winston Salem, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Run Oak Island Oak Island, NCFrom $27Details Sat, Feb 13, 2027Run Oak Island 2027 Oak Island, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Feb 20, 2027Queen Anne's Revenge Ultra Greenville, NCFrom $45Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Holly Springs Race Against the Sun Holly Springs, NCFrom $65Details Thu, Apr 1, 2027Coast Guard Marathon Elizabeth City, NCFrom $35Details
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 Running an Ultra in North Carolina
When are most Ultra races held in North Carolina?
February is the busiest month for Ultra races in North Carolina, with 3 of the 13, followed by October with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do North Carolina Ultra races cost?
Entry fees for Ultra races here run from $15 to about $115, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for an Ultra in North Carolina?
11 of the 13 Ultra races in North Carolina 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 there trail Ultra races in North Carolina?
Yes, 5 races around North Carolina get you off the pavement: 4 are trail races, and 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.