Don’t let the dog days get you down! When it gets warm in the Carolinas we play after the sun goes down!

Come hang out just before dusk for the 2026 Summer Nights 5K and 1 Mile-ish! The setting sun paired with the shade of our trails will make for the “coolest” race you can do around here in mid-July!

This race course is so unique we know you will love it. You'll get a chance to run through different environments ranging from wooded trails, to manicured gardens and the Prairie Castle Playground, making this a race to remember!

After-Hours Garden Access!

After the race is over, participants will have EXCLUSIVE access to the Gardens at Stowe. Only participants with bibs will be able to enter the Gardens after the race so be sure to tell your friends, cousin and grandma who want to cheer you on that they will need to purchase a race entry to tag along inside the Gardens.

Celebrate a Fourth of July tradition at the Four on the Fourth Presented by Novant Health

Celebrate BIG with live music, games, and a post-race festival for all ages! Grab a Recover Brands tank top and a one-of-a-kind finisher’s medal. Take on the all-new APPLE PIE EATING CONTEST for a $100 cash prize!

Preserving History. Legacy in Motion.

Join us for our Rise Above 5K Event, in Brookhill Village at 409 Basin Street!

This family-friendly fun run welcomes everyone - runners, walkers, strollers, and kids of all ages.

Please note: No pets or bicycles.

Visit our campus: Interested in the work we are doing and want to learn more? Come see us and in return, you will receive 15% off your registration!

The Hottest Half is back at McAlpine!

This race course is FAST AND FLAT through {mostly} shaded greenways and wide open gravel paths!

NEW THIS YEAR:

Join us for sunset & sunrise run with two days of heat & fun! Want to double the fun and sun? Run the 5K Friday night and come on back Saturday AM for the 10K or Half!

REGISTER NOW, THIS ONE SELLS OUT EARLY!

Run Fast. Drink Slow. That's our motto around these parts. Come join the party at the NoDa 5K presented by NoDa Brewing. From the local peaches to the sweaty miles to the live music at the after party, this race is the kickoff to summer around Charlotte.

Coming back in 2026, we're bringing back the amazing team challenge to race day for you and your crew! Get your run club team, family members, or just some random friends you met at the dog park to help you win the grand prize! The winning team will be coined champion with some pallets of fresh cold ones just after our age group awards.

This Ballantyne Road Race tradition continues on Saturday, May 30, 2026, marking the 22nd annual Run! Ballantyne 8K, 5K and Fun Run presented by Northwood Office. With over 1,400 participants in 2024, this YMCA signature event is one of the largest road races in the Ballantyne area. Hit the pavement and make your footprints count in support of the YMCA Better Us Campaign that gives youth an opportunity to play, learn and grow in a safe and thriving environment.

Run! Ballantyne, serves as the second race in the 2026 YMCA Race Series. With multiple routes designed with the Ballantyne Corporate Park and new greenway connections, this event is perfect for runners and walkers of all levels and ages - beginner to expert. Finishers will receive a custom die-cast finisher medal after crossing the finish line and everyone can enjoy a post-race party hosted by a live DJ at The Amp at the Ballantyne Bowl.

Make the difference as a team and register with your business, community group or school for the 2025 Run! Ballantyne race. Running is always better with friends! Awards will be given for largest teams in each division and fastest overall team.

The top ranked USA Swimming Club in the country is getting out the pool and lacing up their running shoes!

Come join us at McAlpine Creek Park on Saturday, May 23rd for our second annual Running Into Summer 5K and Fun Run. The on-site DJ will boost everyone's energy on the morning of the race and all participants will receive an event shirt, bib and finisher medal.

Shirt and medal quantities are limited. REGISTER NOW

As a youth-sports non-profit, SwimMAC has a unique take on your average 5K that places a specific focus on your younger athletes. The 5K will have awards for the fastest boys and girls in the below age groups:

10 & Under, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18

We will also have age group awards for adults and masters as well so whether you're running or walking, parents should consider registering and make this an event the entire family participates in to kick off Memorial Day Weekend. You can also register your youngest athletes for the 0.4 mile Fun Run. While there are no winner awards for the Fun Run, participants will receive an event shirt and bib to make sure they are included in the fun!

Start your engines, Charlotte - because an all-new 5K is pulling into Uptown!

This high-energy run will bring fans, families, and legendary NASCAR Hall of Famers together for an unforgettable experience and a course highlighting some of Uptown’s best-known spots.

Registration includes official entry into the race, a race bib with chip timing, an event t-shirt, and a finisher medal! The first 100 registrants will also receive two hours of complimentary parking in our parking deck, and all registrants will receive a $10 off general admission ticket valid for use in June of 2026.

When the green flag drops on race day, every dollar raised and every lap helps fuel the NASCAR Hall of Fame Foundation's scholarship program —and you may even find yourself racing alongside one of our legendary Hall of Famers. Lace up your sneakers, Charlotte and get ready for a new kind of race (or walk) on Saturday May 23, 2026!

Mental health affects all people of all ages, it is just as important as physical health and it does not discriminate. This event isn't just a race; it's a powerful movement to create awareness while finding hope in solidarity.

We hope that whatever you may be dealing with, that running is one of the things that helps you get through the challenging days and that you have the community to support you when you need it.

We all go through times that can challenge our mental health.

Let's normalize that with more visibility and presence within our community as we continue to amplify the conversation surrounding mental health and build a brighter future.

*Invite your friends & family and enjoy the post race party/festival with delicious food trucks, vendors, petting zoo, yoga, acupuncture, and more! Plan to bring a form of payment to enjoy these amazing vendors and support CLT small businesses!*

Join us for the Redemption Run 5K!

Proceeds from sponsors, donors, and participant registrations will be donated to various ministries on the front lines of anti-trafficking and substance abuse efforts.

Thank you to all for your involvement, and for continuing to support this cause in any way you can!

With great privilege, the HEARTest Yard and Showmars Restaurants join forces to host the 10th Annual HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K presented by LifeShare Carolinas! With a like-minded mission to support Levine Children’s Hospital, we’ve teamed up to maximize our impact and fundraising potential to meet the needs of and care for as many children affected by congenital heart diseases and disorders as possible.

With pre-race activities (day-of registration, packet pick-up, announcements, etc.), join Greg Olsen and his family at the HEARTest Yard + Showmars 5K presented by LifeShare Carolinas start line upon completion of the pre-race program. Run or walk the scenic streets of the Queen City. After the race stick around and join us at a post-race celebration that will include comments from Greg Olsen, a complimentary Kid’s Fun Run, refreshments, music, inflatables and more.

Welcome to the 2026 Transplant Run 5K!

Atrium Health’s Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute’s Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant team will be hosting an annual 5K run/walk to support our heart transplant and mechanical circulatory support patients. This special event not only brings the community together, but also helps raise crucial funds for heart transplant and mechanical circulatory support patients who face financial barriers to their treatments. Your participation will contribute directly to our patient needs fund to purchase essential medications, medical equipment, and even the costs of daily necessities—such as electricity that powers their heart pumps.

Every dollar raised goes directly to providing financial assistance to patients in need, ensuring they can continue their journey toward better health and quality of life. We’ll also celebrate and honor heart transplant and VAD recipients at the event, many of whom will be walking or running alongside you.

Join us on May 2, 2026, at McAlpine Park in Charlotte, NC, as we celebrate over a decade of supporting women affected by gynecologic cancer with the 12th Annual Teal Diva 5k.

This inclusive event welcomes participants of all backgrounds, from families and fitness enthusiasts to patients, hospital staff, community members, and businesses looking to make a difference. Together, we run and walk to honor the strong women in our lives facing gynecologic cancer battles. By wearing teal, peach, and lavender apparel, we represent our commitment to their cause.

We invite survivors, supporters, and advocates to take part in our 5k to raise awareness for gynecologic cancer and celebrate resilience.

A Fort Mill favorite returns for a sixth year, kicking off the Town of Fort Mill South Carolina Strawberry Festival's schedule of events. The Strawberry Sprint and Stroll 5K and Fun Run will take place in Fort Mill's historic downtown corridor on Saturday, April 25.

The course begins and ends on Main Street Fort Mill and includes scenic views along nearby residential streets. The race will begin at 9:00 am, starting with the 5k race followed by the one-mile fun run at 10:00 am. The race will conclude with a Runner’s village, including local merchants, food trucks, kids’ zone, music and a festive atmosphere. Berry B. Good, Fort Mill’s cheerful strawberry mascot, and the reigning Strawberry Queens will also be part of the festivities.

The rolling hills of historic Fort Mill create a challenging yet fun course for runners and walkers alike. Wave to neighbors as they cheer you on from their front porch and take in some of the beautiful neighborhoods that give Fort Mill its unique charm. Kick off spring with Fort Mill's new favorite hometown race!

Registration includes:

• Commemorative Race Shirt

• Commemorative Finisher Medal

• Chip Timing

• Personal Results Page with Personal Finish Line Video

• Access to purchase discounted football and baseball tickets

• Post-race refreshments

The Mount Holly Community Development Foundation is excited to introduce the River Hawk Races where the powerful strength of the Catawba River have inspired us to revamp our Mount Holly 5K/10K. As we reimagine the limits of how far we can soar, join us in celebrating our city's connection to nature with the flow of Mount Holly's greenway along the Catawba River.

Whether you are ready to break your personal best, running for your health, or just want to have fun we invite you to join the fearless spirit of the hawk and fly across the finish line. With our wings spread we are proud to join you in the currents that will continue to carry us toward greater horizons.

DON'T MISS THE 48th ANNUAL COME SEE ME ROAD RACES THIS YEAR - FAST COURSE, AWESOME MEDAL AND FUN RACE EXPERIENCE!!!!!

Register now while shirt supplies last!!

The First 600 participants to register will receive a 5K/10K medal!!

Fun Run (7:30am) – Approximately 1 mile run around Winthrop Lake. No pets are allowed however strollers are allowed. FREE, registration preferred but not required. Fun Run participants, 12 and under, will receive a customized participant medal.

5K and 10K (8:00am) – USATF-certified 5K (3.1 mile) course and USATF-certified 10K (6.2 mile) are on paved streets and bike paths passing through beautiful residential areas. No pets are allowed however strollers are allowed. Water stop at 1.5 mile mark in the 5K race and mile 2 and mile 4 in the 10K race. Refreshments and snacks available for all participants. *All participants must be off the course by 9:30. Walkers are encouraged to participate in the 5K or must walk the 10K under a 13 minute pace.

Join us for the highly anticipated 5th Annual Five Points 5K on Saturday, April 11th at 8 AM at Town Brewing Co! This incredible event welcomes individuals of all fitness levels, from avid runners to casual walkers and even enthusiastic skaters. Lace up your sneakers or grab your favorite pair of skates for a morning filled with fun and community support.

If you register 3+ participants you will automatically receive 20% off!

More than just a race, the Five Points 5K is dedicated to raising funds for the continuation of free programming at the beloved Five Points Plaza. By participating, you'll contribute to the growth and development of this vibrant community space, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the diverse array of activities it offers.

Whether you choose to walk, run, or skate, this 5K caters to your preferred mode of movement. So gather your friends, family, and neighbors to form teams and celebrate the joy of exercise and community.

Make waves this Spring with a brand new addition to our 2026 Race Series - Splash Dash!

5K participants run through the neon green of early spring blooms on our trail system with lakefront views and the most picturesque start and finish line in the The Village at Stowe.

NEW! 5K + .5 Mile Kayak Racers will take part in the first ever amphibious race at Stowe! Our amphibians will start out on the 5K course and at about the halfway point, they will veer off course to a beach on Lake Wylie where kayaks will be waiting. Racers will transition to kayak and paddle the loop around Boy Scout Island on Lake Wylie before landing back on the beach. Once on dry land they will finish the 5K course. Don't worry! Competitors will use kayaks, paddles and PFD's provided by Stowe. If you plan to participate, you must read the 5K + Paddle Amphibious Race Info page before registering.

Kids Sprint participants will run the Big Pond Loop! Kids will go all out for a quarter mile sprint around an 8-foot-wide crushed concrete loop. The best part?!?! The loop is visible from The Trailhead Store so parents can give their kiddos a little freedom and cheer them on the entire time if they choose!

Sarcoma Sucks....but together we can do something about it. Help us take the fight to sarcoma, which is a rare but very aggressive form of cancer that impacts 1% of adult cancers and 15 to 20% of childhood cancers.

This unique run/walk is in memory of three family members we have lost to forms of sarcoma - Jenny Harman, a beloved mother of two that lost her battle three years ago. Last year, we also lost her uncle, Jeff Grose, to another form of this terrible disease. Jenny’s grandmother, Faye Grose, also passed from a rare form of sarcoma. This fight is very personal for our family!

Sarcoma Sucks will have a standard 5k track of 3.1 miles with chip timing by Start 2 Finish, but Jenny's birthday was March 20 (3.20 if you'll go with me on this) - so we will work a little harder and push a little further, just as she did in her fight. We are asking all participants to complete the standard 5k track and finish with a 0.1 mile Memorial Walk. That makes our total 3.20 miles to honor Jenny's birthday, as well as the start of Spring and the new hope that comes with it!

Sarcoma does indeed Suck. Let's join together to fight it and help create more Sarcoma Survivors!

Join us for the fifth annual Dog Jog at McAlpine Creek Park!

Whether you have a furry friend or not, Charlotte’s Dog Jog offers something for everyone. Our 5K run takes place on one of the most famous cross-country courses in the Southeastern United States and is suitable for all ages and fitness levels!

How You Can Make An Impact

Register to run or walk at our in-person event on March 21, 2026, at Symphony Park. Your participation helps raise critical funds for Go Jen Go's Patient Assistance and family support programs helping local breast cancer patients.

NEW in 2026 - all breast cancer survivors, thrivers and fighters register for free! If you are a breast cancer survivor, thriver or fighter, reach out to Carrie@gojengo.org for a code for a free registration.

The event features a 5K, Fun Run, a festival with music, and a family fun zone full of games and bounce houses. There will also be local food vendors, beverages, and community-driven sponsors showcasing their businesses.

Create A Team

Ask your family, friends, and co-workers to join you by creating a team! Awards will be presented to the Largest Team and Top Fundraising Team on Race Day.

Fundraise

Donations make a huge impact! With your financial support, we can assist all of the eligible breast cancer patients as soon as they need it! Click here to donate, or you have the choice to donate to a participant of the event.

Survivors & Thrivers

Breast cancer survivors and thrivers will receive VIP treatment in the Survivor/Thriver Corner. This area is dedicated to celebrating them and gives them a space to relax, feel supported and connect with one another.

Please join us as we celebrate Christina and support Operation Sweet Tooth on March 21, 2026.

To help our grieving process and keep Christina’s spirit alive, we created a non-profit organization called Operation Sweet Tooth. Our mission is to honor Christina by supporting the youth of our community. Our goal is to raise funds, toys, personal items, and school supplies for the children in our community who are sick, impoverished, displaced, homeless, or just need their spirits lifted.

We know there are many race options each weekend as we head into the Spring. We hope you consider participating in our race, to honor a little girl who was full of life until her last breath, as well as support Operation Sweet Tooth to assist children in our community who are less fortunate.

The Shamrock 4-Miler returns to Stonecrest at Piper Glen!

Get ready for the first race of the Run Charlotte series. This spring classic is one to run! Expect a challenging run and all the holiday-themed fun — including our soon-to-be-famous and always entertaining Lucky Charms eating contest.

The 4-mile course winds around the shopping center’s surrounding neighborhoods, and features a (mostly) downhill first half. Save some gas for the second half, as we climb our way back to the finish! Make plans to stick around for post-race trivia, prizes, and that Lucky Charms eating contest. There’s $100 cash on the line!

Join us for the 19th annual Clover YMCA St. Patrick’s Day 5K on March 13! This event will kick off the Town of Clover’s Annual St Patrick’s Day Festival. This family friendly event is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Don't forget to dress in your best St Patrick’s Day wear!

The YMCA of Upper Palmetto is committed to supporting children and families in the Clover community through quality afterschool programming. All funds raised will directly benefit the Clover YMCA Afterschool Program, helping provide a safe, enriching environment for kids to learn and grow.

Event will begin at 6:00pm. Following the race, awards will be announced on stage at Boyd’s Tire & Appliances parking lot at 7:30pm.

All participants will receive a t-shirt and finisher medal!

The YMCA Corporate Cup isn't just Charlotte's oldest road race, it's a 47-year tradition of connection, community and collective impact. Every stride brings us closer to one shared goal: a stronger Charlotte. Whether you're a first time 5K runner, a seasoned half-marathoner or someone just looking to share an unforgettable day with co-workers and friends, this race is where the community shows up, and shows heart!

It all begins and ends at Truist Field, right in the heart of Uptown Charlotte. Feel the city's energy as you take off, surrounded by fellow runners, neighbors and local businesses - all united for a cause that strengthens our community.

When you cross the finish line, the celebration continues with a post-race party featuring a DJ, local food & beverages, and more!

The 49er Gold Rush 5K has become a signature February tradition at UNC Charlotte. Hosted by University Recreation, the race is open to all—students, faculty and staff, alumni, and community members alike. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or just showing up for the experience, everyone’s invited to be part of the run! Net proceeds from our Annual 49er Gold Rush 5K Run/Walk will benefit the University Recreation Student Professional Development Fund. This year, our annual 49er Gold Rush 5K will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Welcome to the 2026 Cupid's Cup 5K!

Proceeds from the Cupid’s Cup 5K benefit Cardiac Rehabilitation programs and patients at Atrium Health CMC, Pineville, Union and Cabarrus locations by providing funding for education, outreach, rehabilitation equipment and patient scholarships.

We plan an exciting event each year that attracts close to 1000 runners and walkers in the Charlotte area to benefit these cardiac rehab programs and the services we provide our patients.

Join us for Charlotte's Premier 10 Mile Race!

Starting in the Ballantyne Campus, this course follows South Charlotte's McMullen Creek and 4 Mile Creek Greenway along beautiful paved trails. The race will include options for both a 10 mile and 4 mile course. These distances are rare, challenging, and lots of fun! All finishers (21+) will receive a free beverage!

We are very excited to announce we are heading back to Renaissance Park for the 23rd edition of the KASK Winter Short Track Series p/b Audi Charlotte & CITGO. Start 2 Finish and our incredible group of sponsors are working together to host a world class short track race series, just like the other amazing two-wheel events they organize and host.

The series is five races providing participants a unique and fun style of racing on a 1.3 mile trail combines elements of BMX, cyclo-cross and single-track...it's super fast and very spectator-friendly. Participants, based on category, will race 4 to 8 laps on the fast course. All of the events will be held at Renaissance park. We plan to have a food truck, an event photographer, and music at all of the events.

The series awards will be handed out after the last race in the series. It will take a little more time as each will need to be calculated. We will have a podium presentation for the top 5 overall in each category.