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10K Races in North Carolina

North Carolina has 103 upcoming 10K races scheduled for 2026. That is the 5th-highest event count for 10K races of any state. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August, October, and November, quietest in January, March, and May. Charlotte is the busiest city with 22 races, ahead of Winston-Salem (14) and Wilmington (10).

10K races by month in North Carolina

Aug (21) · Nov (18) · Oct (16) · Sep (13) · Dec (13) · Jul (12) · Apr (4) · Mar (3) · May (2) · Jan (1)

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (29)

July 18, 2026
Charlotte, NC
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US 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (29)

Winston-Salem, NC

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US 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (29)

July 18, 2026
Winston-Salem, NC
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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29)

July 18, 2026
Wilmington, NC
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (29)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (29)

July 18, 2026
Winston-Salem, NC
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (29)

Charlotte, NC

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (29)

July 22, 2026
Charlotte, NC
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (30)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (30)

July 25, 2026
Charlotte, NC
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (30)

Charlotte, NC

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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (30)

July 25, 2026
Charlotte, NC
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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Boone, NC (30)
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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Boone, NC (30)

July 25, 2026
Boone, NC
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Biltmore Forest 5k/10k
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Biltmore Forest 5k/10k

July 25, 2026
Asheville, NC
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Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - Winston Salem
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Christmas 5K/10K/Half Marathon in July - Winston Salem

July 26, 2026
Winston Salem, NC
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Hit the Staxx 10K/5K
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Hit the Staxx 10K/5K

July 28, 2026
Greensboro, NC
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (31)
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (31)

August 1, 2026
Charlotte, NC
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (31)
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (31)

August 1, 2026
Rocky Mount, NC
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (31)

Rocky Mount, NC

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (31)

August 1, 2026
Rocky Mount, NC
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (31)

Charlotte, NC

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (31)

August 1, 2026
Charlotte, NC
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Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit
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Running with the Law 5K/10K - Sunset Pursuit

August 4, 2026
Jacksonville, NC
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Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32)
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Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32)

August 8, 2026
Concord, NC
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Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Vietnam Veterans Park, Concord, NC (32) 80

Concord, NC

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Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Vietnam Veterans Park, Concord, NC (32) 80

August 8, 2026
Concord, NC
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Ninja 5K &10K at Raleigh, NC (32)

Raleigh, NC

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Ninja 5K &10K at Raleigh, NC (32)

August 8, 2026
Raleigh, NC
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (32)
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (32)

August 8, 2026
Winston-Salem, NC
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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (32)

Winston-Salem, NC

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Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Winston-Salem, NC (32)

August 8, 2026
Winston-Salem, NC
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Ninja 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (32)
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Ninja 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (32)

August 8, 2026
Raleigh, NC
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Slam the Dam 10K Run
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Slam the Dam 10K Run

August 15, 2026
Lake Lure, NC
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Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (33)
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Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (33)

August 15, 2026
Wilmington, NC
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Top Cities for 10K Races in North Carolina

Charlotte (22)Winston-Salem (14)

10K Races in Nearby States

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Frequently asked questions

How long is a 10K race?▾
A 10K is 6.2 miles (10 kilometers). It is a popular step-up distance from the 5K and a great intermediate goal for runners building toward a half marathon.
What is the largest 10K in the US?▾
The AJC Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta is the largest 10K in the world, drawing over 60,000 runners every Fourth of July. The BOLDERBoulder in Colorado is another massive 10K with 45,000+ participants.
What is a good 10K time?▾
The average US 10K finish time is around 55-60 minutes. Competitive runners aim for sub-45 minutes, while beginners often target finishing under 1 hour 10 minutes.
How do I train for a 10K?▾
A typical 10K training plan is 8-10 weeks with 3-4 runs per week, including one longer run that builds to 6-7 miles. If you can comfortably run a 5K, you are ready to start training for a 10K.
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