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5K Races in North Carolina

North Carolina has 402 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. That is the 5th-highest event count for 5K races of any state. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August through October, quietest in January, February, and June. No single city dominates the calendar. Charlotte leads with 39 races, followed by Raleigh (21), Winston-Salem (20), and Concord (18). The remaining 76% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in North Carolina

Oct (84) · Sep (69) · Aug (68) · Nov (66) · Jul (37) · Dec (27) · Apr (15) · Mar (14) · May (13) · Jun (5) · Jan (3) · Feb (1)

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$5K - July
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$5K - July

July 14, 2026
Winston-Salem, NC
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Lighthouse 5k Series July 15, 2026
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Lighthouse 5k Series July 15, 2026

July 15, 2026
Corolla, NC
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Nags Head Village 5k/1 mile Road Race series presented by Village Realty
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Nags Head Village 5k/1 mile Road Race series presented by Village Realty

July 16, 2026
Nags Head, NC
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Run Hatteras 5k Road Race Series July 17, 2026
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Run Hatteras 5k Road Race Series July 17, 2026

July 17, 2026
Avon, NC
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Lighthouse 5k Series July 15, 2026

Corolla, NC

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Lighthouse 5k Series July 15, 2026

July 17, 2026
Corolla, NC
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Run/Walk for the Greenway 5K & Fun Run
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Run/Walk for the Greenway 5K & Fun Run

July 18, 2026
Salisbury, NC
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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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Run Hatteras 5k Road Race Series July 17, 2026

Avon, NC

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Run Hatteras 5k Road Race Series July 17, 2026

July 18, 2026
Avon, NC
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Achilles Charlotte 5K & Fun Run
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Achilles Charlotte 5K & Fun Run

July 18, 2026
Charlotte, NC
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Eagle 5K & 13.1 at Raleigh, NC (29)

Raleigh, NC

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Eagle 5K & 13.1 at Raleigh, NC (29)

July 18, 2026
Raleigh, NC
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Eagle 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (29)
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Eagle 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (29)

July 18, 2026
Raleigh, 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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Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K
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Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K

July 18, 2026
Winston-Salem, NC
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Run for Autism 5k
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Run for Autism 5k

July 18, 2026
Statesville, 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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Lighthouse 5k Series July 22, 2026
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Lighthouse 5k Series July 22, 2026

July 22, 2026
Corolla, NC
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Lighthouse 5k Series July 22, 2026

Corolla, NC

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Lighthouse 5k Series July 22, 2026

July 23, 2026
Corolla, NC
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Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series Epstein St. Beach Access July 23, 2026
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Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series Epstein St. Beach Access July 23, 2026

July 23, 2026
Nags Head, NC
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Run Hatteras 5k Road Race Series July 24, 2026
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Run Hatteras 5k Road Race Series July 24, 2026

July 24, 2026
Avon, NC
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Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series Epstein St. Beach Access July 23, 2026

Nags Head, NC

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Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series Epstein St. Beach Access July 23, 2026

July 24, 2026
Nags Head, 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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Melted Snowman 5K
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Melted Snowman 5K

July 25, 2026
Charlotte, NC
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Top Cities for 5K Races in North Carolina

Charlotte (39)Raleigh (22)Winston-Salem (21)

5K Races in Nearby States

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Frequently asked questions

How long is a 5K race?▾
A 5K is 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). It is the most popular race distance in the US and a great starting point for new runners. RACE lists thousands of 5K events across all 50 states.
What is a good 5K time for beginners?▾
A good beginner 5K time is 30-35 minutes. Many first-time runners aim to complete the distance without stopping. The average US 5K finish time is around 28 minutes.
How do I find a 5K near me?▾
Use the RACE search bar to enter your zip code or state and filter by distance. You can also browse by month to find races that fit your schedule. Turkey Trots in November and charity 5Ks are especially popular.
How long does it take to train for a 5K?▾
Most couch-to-5K programs are 6-8 weeks long with 3 runs per week. If you can already jog for 10-15 minutes, you could be ready in 4-6 weeks with consistent training.
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