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AUG 1

Run · road · 10K

Asheville Spartan Event Weekend

White Oak · 38 km away

SEP 2

Run · road · 10K

White Lake Fall International & Double Sprint

White Lake · 59 km away

Run · road · 10K

519 Heart's Haiti 10K/5K

Apex · 76 km away

Fayetteville · 80 km

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Recurring 10K races near Fayetteville

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Feel the Burn 5K & 10K

The Feel the Burn 5K & 10K is an evening road race benefiting the Princeton Volunteer Fire Department. Both the 5K and 10K races begin at 6:00 PM, with check-in available from 4:30 PM. Participants can select a USATF-certified 5K or a 10K. The event supports a fire department that relies solely on volunteers. The 10K course consists of running the 5K route twice. Awards are presented to the top two male and female finishers in each race within age categories ranging from under 14 to 60 and over. This structure accommodates participants of all ages, not just elite runners. Runners registering by the early deadline will receive a shirt, and early registration offers reduced fees for both distances.

Cape Fear River Run

The Cape Fear River Run starts and finishes at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The series utilizes the Cape Fear River Trail, a paved greenway alongside the Cape Fear River, and includes a 10K, a half marathon, and the River Rage Double for participants who wish to compete in both distances. The half marathon is Fayetteville's sole half marathon on this trail, while the 10K is open to runners aged 10 and up, and the half marathon to ages 12 and up. The 10K route incorporates a section of the Linear Park Trail before connecting with the Cape Fear River Trail, passes beneath one trail trestle, and features an aid station at the turnaround point. The half marathon course measures slightly over 13.25 miles, with two covered trestles, a waterfall, aid at Clark Park, and an additional aid station at its turnaround. Participants completing the Double receive a bonus challenge medal. The river adjacent to the trail is a 191-mile blackwater river, formed by the confluence of the Haw and Deep rivers, and its basin is the largest in North Carolina.

10th Annual Holly Springs Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

The Holly Springs Half Marathon, 10K & 5K begins near the stadium at Ting Park, within the North Main Athletic Complex in Holly Springs, North Carolina. This annual road race offers half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances, along with ruck divisions for each. The course presents runners with a combination of rolling hills, flatter sections, neighborhood streets, greenway trails, and a run down Main Street, avoiding a monotonous out-and-back on empty pavement. All races start with a descent from Ting Park toward North Main Street, then encounter the rolling hills of Anchor Creek in the initial mile before reaching Middle Creek Greenway. The half marathon proceeds south through Bridgewater, Windcrest, Sunset Ridge, Veterans Park, Jones Park, the historic district, Main Street, and Womble Park. In Womble Park, participants navigate a figure-eight loop before rejoining the greenway around mile seven. The half marathon then follows Middle Creek Greenway for approximately five miles, with turnarounds at both extremities, before returning via Anchor Creek Way for the final mile to the finish. The 10K and 5K share the same initial section and enter Middle Creek Greenway, providing shorter-distance runners a sample of the varied terrain.

Gobble Waddle 5K/10K

Participants should bring at least five canned food items, as the Gobble Waddle combines a Thanksgiving-season race with a local donation drive. This event offers a 5K run/walk and a 10K run, presented by HealthQuest Fitness and Wellness Center. It includes timing for runners and a fun-walk option for those preferring a more relaxed pace. The event is designed for a wide local audience: strollers are permitted, leashed dogs are welcome, and youth under 17 will receive a finisher prize. Registration includes a shirt, medal, snacks, water, timing services, and a post-race awards ceremony. Food donations will benefit local food bank agencies and the SECU Hospice House.

Viking Dash - Raleigh, NC

Viking Dash Raleigh is a February trail run held at Harris Lake County Park in New Hill, North Carolina, southwest of Raleigh. Participants can select a 5K or a 10K race. The 10K begins first, with the 5K starting a few minutes after. The event belongs to the Viking Dash series, which emphasizes a Viking theme and refers to the race as a "Viking Challenge." Organizers present it as a trail day suitable for groups, inviting participants to bring friends. The finisher medal is a significant attraction. The published details mention that race information is subject to change, so participants should verify the final schedule on the race website.

UNC Health Southeastern 5K, 10K & Fun Mile (Rumba on the Lumber)

Rumba on the Lumber is a race series held in Lumberton, North Carolina. It features a 5K, 10K, and Fun Mile, all scheduled for the same day in March. UNC Health Southeastern serves as the title sponsor. The start line is located at Chestnut and 4th Streets in downtown Lumberton. The Fun Mile covers 1.6 km, with the main events being the standard 5 km and 10 km distances. This setup accommodates walkers, newer runners, and those seeking a longer road race.

Cary Greenways Half-Marathon

The Cary Greenways Half-Marathon is a spring trail race in Cary, North Carolina. It begins at 801 High House Road and utilizes the town’s greenway system instead of city streets. The primary distances offered are 13.1 miles, 10K, and 5K. Virtual options and a Kids in Strollers category are available, making the day suitable for runners, walkers, families, and individuals seeking a timed effort on familiar trails. The course is entirely unpaved. The current records for the half marathon are 1:16:08 for men and 1:25:17 for women. Fit & Able has managed the event since 2017 and integrates it into a broader race series. Completing this half marathon and the Cary Greenways Tour results in a combined 26.2-mile achievement. Finishing all five Fit & Able half marathons earns participants 65.5 miles and additional awards. The race includes a start window, an 11:00 AM finish cutoff, a half-marathon turnaround cutoff, finisher medals and gifts for the main in-person distances, and awards for overall placement, age groups, pace improvement, and new course records.

Viking Dash - Pinehurst, NC

Viking Dash - Pinehurst is a trail race held at West Pinehurst Community Park in Pinehurst, North Carolina, offering 5K and 10K distances. The 10K begins at 9:00 a.m., followed by the 5K at 9:05 a.m. Participants should arrive by 8:30 a.m. for check-in. Registration opens on November 1, with entry fees set at $40 for the 5K and $50 for the 10K. The race embraces its Viking theme, referring to participants as warriors and the event as a Viking Challenge. Finishers receive a themed medal. The listing suggests Pinehurst is the year's final opportunity to earn the Viking title and medal, positioning it as a late-season event for those engaged in the broader Viking Dash trail run series.

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About 10K races in Fayetteville

Fayetteville Base Miles

Fayetteville hosts 11 10K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Fayetteville runners lean on parks, paths, and steady group miles. The Lake Rim Trail runs 5 miles through trees, plants, wildlife, and Cape Fear River views. Smith Lake Trails gives runners a 7 mile loop that gets hillier through green, blue, and black sections. Fleet Feet Fayetteville Run Club meets Monday evenings year-round at 6pm with 1, 3, and 5 mile routes. Fayetteville Running Club has been active since 2008 and keeps 12 meetups per week in play. Anchor races include Firecracker 4 Miler, Juneteenth Celebration 5k, Cape Fear River Run, and The All American Marathon.

Fayetteville riders get a good mix of paved spinning, gravel, and singletrack. Cape Fear River Trail works for easy base miles because the 10-foot wide paved path takes bikes without making the ride complicated. Smith Lake Trails gives mountain bikers the same 7 mile loop runners use, with beginner, advanced, and expert sections. The Beast packs 84 m of gain into 11.01 km, while FRC Pope Airfield gives 39 m over 10.27 km. Manchester to Preacher North, Tranquility Rd, Pine Tree Rd, and Callie Rd keep gravel in the rotation. The climbs sit west toward the Sandhills and on short punchy routes like The Beast. Arkansaw High Country Race and Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder are the named anchor gravel events in the brief.

Spring is the sweet spot because Cumberland County has a different run, walk, or hike nearly every week. The first half of the year stays busy for organized runs, so locals can race, volunteer, or just use events as supported workouts. Summer brings hot, humid miles, and locals shift intervals early before spontaneous thunderstorms and rain showers start messing with the plan. Cape Fear River Trail still works when shade matters, and Smith Lake Trails can feel heavier when the air gets thick. Winter stays mild but can get cool, and runners and cyclists usually keep Z2 going unless one of the few snow days hits.