Marathons in North Carolina, United States
123 upcoming races are listed in North Carolina, including 38 marathons, 98 half marathons and 40 ultras. The next is Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC on October 3, 2026.
October has the most races, and a typical entry costs $65–80. Race pages link the official source where we have one. Confirm dates and prices with the organizer before you register.
123
Races listed
38
Marathons
October
Busiest month
$65–80
Typical entry
16 Jun
Last updated
| Date | Race | City | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May 2027 01May 27 | Neuse River Bridge Run | North Carolina | Ultra · 21.1K |
| 15 May 2027 15May 27 | New River Marathon | Todd | 42.2K |
| 23 Oct 2027 23Oct 27 | Run Ocean Isle Beach 2027 | Ocean Isle Beach | 21.1K · 10K · 5K |
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Common questions
When is the next race in North Carolina?
Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Hickory, NC on October 3, 2026. The table above lists every upcoming race in date order.
Which months are busiest in North Carolina?
October (36), November (32), December (21), counting every upcoming race listed in North Carolina.
Which distances can I run in North Carolina?
The listed races include 38 marathons, 98 half marathons, 40 ultras, 54 10Ks and 72 5Ks. Many events offer more than one distance on the same day.
How do I confirm a race’s details?
Open the race page and check its provenance ledger, which shows where each fact came from. Then confirm the date, price and entry rules with the organizer before you register or book travel.
Spotted something wrong on this page?
Dates and prices move · tell us and we check the organizer’s source