Junction 311 Endurance Sports

Where Running and Fun Meet!

Have an idea for an event? Need timing?

Event Management

Great idea but don’t know where to start? No worries! We can help with venue selection, city permits, ABC permits, police, medical, bibs, t-shirts, course planning & logistics, water stops, food, volunteer management and more. We have  planned and executed dozens of successful events, and are ready to help you have a great race.

Timing

Fast, accurate and reliable results are essential to a successful race. We use the latest technology in timing from RaceResult. QR codes will be available for live results and real-time alerts. Fast online posting. We can provide registration and website services.

Course Design & Certification

A great course can make all the difference in having a successful event. Junction 311 owns and manages many events and we know what athletes like. We also know how to design and measure an accurate course to maximize safety while keeping your police costs as low as possible. For an extra level of assurance, we can certify the course for you.

Event Marketing

We can help you put together a great marketing plan to build and grow your events. Junction 311 has extensive experience in email and social media marketing.

Events That Inspire!

Junction 311 Owned Events

Cannonball Running Festival Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K – October 17 – 18, 2025
Greensboro, NC

Cannonball Running Festival is celebrating its 22nd anniversary as one of the longest-running endurance events in North Carolina. It features the “DOUBLE BARREL” challenge with the 5K on Friday evening so you can run the 5K AND either the 10K, full or half marathon on Saturday. Two parties plus extra medals and schwag!

We have seen blazing fast times in previous years for the half, but don’t be fooled the course isn’t a walk in the park. The race is also perfect for the beginner runner because of the gorgeous scenery. The backdrop for the race is Country Park and the beautiful north Greensboro countryside. Country Park, with the Greensboro Science Center right next door, is a great place for the family to hang out listen to our live band while you run. Race Series Opportunity!

Running of the Turkeys – November 27, 2025
Greensboro, NC

The Running of the Turkeys & Family Fun Run returns an annual tradition to Greensboro’s Country Park! All participants get a cool turkey swag and an awesome long sleeve t-shirt. Bring the whole family and the pups. Pet-friendly and both runs have a “Top Dog” award! Race Series Opportunity!

Jingle Jog 5K – December 20, 2025
Winston-Salem, NC

The Jingle Jog 5K has become a Christmas tradition for runners from Winston-Salem, High Point, Greensboro, and beyond! This dog-friendly race features hot drinks, cold craft beer, a finisher medal that doubles as a Christmas ornament, fun costumes, and a great 5K course. A portion of the proceeds goes to Ruff Love Rescue. Race Series Opportunity!

Big Beach Marathon, Half Marathon & Safari 7K – January 24 & 25, 2026 
Gulf Shores, AL

Run Flat. Run Fast! Boasting a flat and fast Boston Qualifier course, the marathon reveals beautiful scenery as it winds through the paved trail system of Gulf State Park. And the 7K is back! Enjoy a great winter getaway with beautiful beaches, great seafood, and fast running! Incredible post race party at Gulf Shore’s epicenter of entertainment, The Hangout.

Valentine’s Heartbreaker Marathon & Relay – Sunday, February 8, 2026 

Greensboro, NC

What… a marathon in February.  Don’t fret you get to run it with your buddies.  Get 3, 4,5 or more friends together because this race is all about teams. The marathon is 16 laps.  Each person on the team will run 4 laps or approximately 6.5 miles.  You get to go to work on Monday and tell everyone you ran a marathon (just leave out it was a relay).  Hey if you are crazy enough to do this race all by yourself we won’t stop you.  The course is certified as a Boston Qualifier.  If you don’t have 3 friends looking to experience the heartbreak don’t sweat it. You can grab 1 friend and participate in the 2 person division! And, for those with lots of friends, or just looking for the grand finish with less mileage, we have a 5-8 person teams. Honestly, this is an event that has an option for anyone and everyone to be part of the thrill of a marathon finish!

Sea Turtle Half Marathon & Sweetheart 5K, February 14, 2026

Gulf Shores, AL

The Sea Turtle Half Marathon in Gulf Shores, Alabama is a unique and beautiful race experience. The route of this half marathon takes you through the picturesque landscape of the Gulf Coast. You run along pristine beaches with gorgeous views of white sand and blue water before heading inland for a few miles to explore the area’s lush forests and wetlands. The course is relatively flat, making it ideal for runners of all levels looking to challenge themselves without taking on too much elevation gain or loss.

Running of the Leprechauns – March 2026

Greensboro, NC 

Do you like to run or walk? Do you love to drink beer and think St Patrick’s Day should be a week-long national holiday? Then we have the event for you! The Running of the Leprechauns in Greensboro, NC. The run starts Oden Brewing and tours the UNCG campus before ending back at Oden Brewing for the soon to be famous Saturday before St. Paddy’s Leprechaun celebration.

CraftHalf Half Marathon & 5K – April 4, 2026 

Winston-Salem, NC 

The event is a celebration of running and the community. Don’t miss the 9th annual Craft Half Marathon, 5K, Kids Dash and community block party! Come celebrate North Carolina with running and craft beer and with the Triad’s premier spring distance race!

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Junction 311 Georgia Events

Running of the Leprechauns – TBA 2026

Roswell, GA 

The  Running of the Leprechauns 5K is where we celebrate St Patrick’s Day and run! The run starts downhill out of Riverside Park then heads down Riverside drive along the Chattahoochee River. This is a FAST 5K course with an out and back format. Looking for a 5K PR? This is your course !!

Running of the Turkeys 5K – November 27, 2025
Roswell, GA

The Running of the Turkeys 5K & Family Fun Run returns an annual tradition to Downtown Roswell! All participants get a cool Turkey Hat! 5K runners get an awesome long sleeve t-shirt. Bring the whole family and the pups. Pet-friendly and both runs have a “Top Dog” award!

Area 13.1 Half Marathon, Out of This World 10K & Terrestrial 5K – August 16, 2025

Roswell, GA

Happy Intergalactic Running Day! AREA 13.1, Out of this World 10K, and Terrestrial 5K is an Out of this World Running Event. The AREA 13.1 Half Marathon is a night race in Roswell, GA. One of the most popular courses to run in the State of Georgia. The course is mostly flat with one small hill.   You are sure to earn a PR on this Half Marathon/5K course!

Junction 311 Florida Events

Shamrock Distance Classic Half Marathon/10K/5K – March 28, 2026

St Petersburg, FL

Get your green on and go! This may this be your lucky PR race on our fast and flat course at historic Fort De Soto Park. Shamrocks, green beer, and live music at the awards ceremony make this a fun, yet challenging, Shamrock race.

Ft De Soto Oktoberfest 15K/10K/5K – September 21, 2025

St Petersburg, FL

We kick off our race season at historic Fort De Soto Park with a 15K, 10K, and 5K (and a great season-opening party) – a distance for every runner and walker. As the sun rises, the start is underway! Join us…your race, your pace!

Halloween Distance Classic Half Marathon/10K/5K – October 26, 2025

St Petersburg, FL

Join us for a wicked-good time at Fort De Soto Park this Halloween. Enjoy the parade of costumes whizzing by at this fun, yet competitive, race – not to miss! With a Half Marathon, a 10K, and a 5K, there’s a distance for everyone. Virtual option as well. Costumes are encouraged, but not required.

Holiday Distance Classic Half Marathon/10K/5K – December 21, 2025

Madiera Beach, FL

Santa is back in town! Whether you’re naughty or nice, you don’t want to miss this fun, festive, holiday favorite. Our Holiday Half point-to-point course starts in Madeira Beach and ends in beautiful tree-lined Taylor Park; the Holiday 10K starts in Seminole City Park and meets up with the Half course with the same finish line. Jingle all the way!

The Race Series

The Race Series, January – December 2025

Junction 311 is proud to manage the Race Series! We are excited to partner with Fleet Feet to offer an amazing line up this year. Participate in 5 races in the series to be eligible for awards. Run as many races as you can and we will score all of your races. Enjoy special invitations to ongoing series socials, gatherings and special events through the year.  And best of all….THE end of season celebration for all series qualifiers!

NEW to the Race Series!! Let’s kick off 2025 with a Team Competition! It’s time to rally! Let’s be honest, we all know that everything is better with friends! Even better is when we add in a little EXTRA friendly competition. So go ahead and recruit your friends, co-workers, karaoke partners, running and walking friends and family for the new Race Series Team Competition.

Timed Events

Freedom Run 10K & 5K – July 4, 2025
Greensboro, NC

The Freedom Run 10K, 5K, and Fun Run is a great way to start your 4th of July. Come run in honor and support of military personnel who protect and defend our freedom. Deck yourself out in a patriotic costume and show off your American spirit!

Sock Puppets 8K – July 12, 2025
Burlington, NC

Burlington Sock Puppets 8K at Burlington Athletic Stadium. Teaming up with the local Burlington baseball team to create a race experience like no other.  Be a part of this inaugural event which will start and finish in the baseball stadium.

The Sleigh Ride – July 19, 2025
Asheboro, NC

Help us pull Santa’s Sleigh this summer for children in need at Christmas. We are back and happy to be able to see our friends and fellow bike riders out on the roads again. The pandemic has affected us all, but none more than those less fortunate. Please help us raise funds to ensure that children in Randolph County can feel the love of their neighbors and Christ this Christmas.

Sports Illustrated Resorts Getaway 5K – July 26, 2025

Greensboro, NC

Join us for the brand-new Sports Illustrated Resorts Getaway 5K at the Wyndham Championship. Through the tournament’s presenting nonprofit organization, the Piedmont Triad Charitable Foundation, Getaway 5K will support the region’s relief efforts following Hurricane Helene.

Chase the Dream 5K – August 2, 2025

Winston Salem, NC

Please join us for the 2nd annual running of Chase the Dream!  The out and back course starts and finishes at Bailey Park. All proceeds from the race support the Dream Center.  We are helping to restore dreams by providing resources, counseling and long term guidance.  We offer food and clothing assistance as well as counseling and other restorative programs.  We are excited about partnering with local churches and businesses to help see our community changed.

 

Rescue Run 5K- August 23, 2025
Asheboro, NC

Join The Invictus Project’s third annual 5K Rescue Run and become part of the front line defending our community’s most vulnerable.  This isn’t just a race—it’s a movement. When you lace up your shoes, you’re fighting one of the darkest, fastest-growing criminal enterprises targeting our children.

Davidson Doozie 5K & 10K – September 6, 2025
Lexington, NC

Family Services of Davidson County are having our 13th annual Davidson Doozie 5K & 10K run /walk and new Kids Run!

Moonlight Madness 5K & Monster Mile- Saturday, September 6, 2025

Winston-Salem, NC

The Moonlight Madness 5K & Monster Mile race brings out some of the top competitors and those just looking to have a good time. Come join us for a night race with live music, craft beer and a friendly family fun night out at Bailey Park. Race Series Opportunity!

Downtown Greenway Run & Block Party – September 27, 2025
Greensboro, NC

The Downtown Greenway Run & Block Party is a long-standing, family-friendly event that centers around bringing the Greensboro community together for some fun and festivities along the Downtown Greenway! Choose the 1-mile or 5K to run or walk – bring your friends, family, kids, and dogs – and be sure to stay for the block party to follow! Race Series Opportunity!

Maddie’s Miles 5K – October 4, 2025
Winston-Salem, NC

Proceeds from the Maddie’s Miles 5K will go to support Phoenix Rising of Winston Salem, Inc, a non-profit group whose mission is to battle addiction by supporting local drug courts; funding treatment; and launching awareness campaigns so that no more lives will be lost to addiction and accidental overdose deaths.

All Mounds Matter – October 5, 2025 

Kernersville, NC

The most selfless thing one can do is to give support to another human they have never met.  Please join Savage Roasters and Cancer Services in doing just that. We will set the stage for a community to come together ONCE AGAIN and raise money to ensure that we can do our part to fight for those in a fight for their life.

 

Fast Feet 5K – October 18, 2025
Burlington, NC

Join us for the Fast Feet 5K, presented by Cardinal Chiropractic & Sports Recovery!This year Fast Feet 5K will be benefiting the AuthoraCare Hospice Home, an organization dedicated to providing compassionate care and support for patients and their families during life’s most challenging moments here in Burlington and Greensboro.

Marine Corps League Semper 5K – October 25, 2025
Graham, NC

This event is hosted by Veterans who are raising funds to assist other Veterans.  We hope you will join us in reaching our goal to have fun while raising funds to help those who have defended our country and our freedoms. The event will not be chip timed in 2025.

 

Hit the Brixx 10K & 5K – November 1, 2025
Greensboro, NC

Join us for another great 10K & 5K race and support a local non-profit, Greensboro Running Club! Get your spook on, grab some friends and wear your best Halloween costumes. Both races earn Greensboro race series points! Race Series Opportunity!

The LaRue Run – Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk, November 8, 2025
Greensboro, NC

Join us for the 3rd annual LaRue Run! The LaRue Run is a fundraiser for Little Pink Houses of Hope, which empowers breast cancer patients and families to live each day to the fullest through free week-long vacation retreats. While the retreats provide a break from medical schedules and the burden of healthcare bills, their true impact lies in the supportive environment that helps families rediscover hope and joy.

Together, we can make a real difference!

 

Heart to Heart – November 15, 2025

High Point, NC

The relaunched annual Warren Rives Heart to Heart 5K is a community event supporting Heart Strides.  Heart Strides is a medically directed cardiac-pulmonary rehabilitation program providing heart health instruction, supervised fitness and nutritional support for those in the community who have experienced a cardiac or pulmonary event.

Downtown Jingle Jog 5K – December 7, 2025
Greensboro, NC

Twas the Run Before Christmas and all round the town, the Santas were jogging . . . nowhere was a frown! Join us in this new expansion of our Downtown Greensboro holiday celebration. The event is brought to you by Downtown Greensboro Inc (& sponsors) along with Junction 311 Endurance Sports and some of the “locals” behind the Fun Fourth Freedom Run. Tis the season to celebrate! Race Series Opportunity!

Noon Year’s Eve 5K- December 31, 2025
Charlotte, NC

Run in the New Year with us at the 3rd annual NOON Year’s Eve 5K! This popular holiday 5K sold out the first two years, so we’re expecting a full house again in 2025.The 5K kicks off with a traditional New Year’s Eve countdown at NOON! All paces are welcome. Runners (and walkers!) will enjoy a certified cross country course with scenic views of the lake and surrounding parkland.

 

 

 

About Us

ENJOY

Fun and enjoyment are at the core of everything we do. Our events are for you, family and friends to have a great time and create lasting memories. And guess what? We have a blast producing great endurance events!

ENDURE

It’s in the name of our company, it’s part of our DNA, it’s about going the distance. Every event we produce will let you push your limits and compete against others or yourself. All of our events will always be timed and provide an exciting atmosphere.

CARE

Making someone else’s life or day  a little happier, brighter and better is just plain fun. We like it!  A portion of the proceeds at each of our events goes to a non-profit organization, such as the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or Friends in Action, that is dedicated to helping others.

Contact Us

Junction 311 Endurance Sports

Address
3714 Alliance Drive, Suite 305
Greensboro, NC 27407

General Inquiriesinfo@junction311.com
Timing Inquires: timing@junction311.com
Phone: (336) 793-4311

Junction 311 Endurance Sports