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!

 Indicates a Junction 311 owned event.

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.