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Kiwanis Club of Pembroke 5k
Pembroke · 51 km away
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12JUL
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Sour Apple Half Marathon & 5K
Smithfield · 71 km away
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Asheville Spartan Event Weekend
White Oak · 38 km away
22AUG
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Night Nation Run - Raleigh
Cary · 76 km away
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Take the Lake
Lake Waccamaw · 10 km away
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9/11 Heroes Run - Raleigh, North Carolina
Holly Springs · 65 km away
12SEP
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White Lake Fall International & Double Sprint
White Lake · 59 km away
12SEP
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Miles 4 Moore Pinecone 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
Whispering Pines · 50 km away
12SEP
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PAL Power Run 5k
Lillington · 41 km away
19SEP
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The 50th Annual Boys & Girls Club Selma Railroad Run 5K
Selma · 76 km away
23SEP
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519 Heart's Haiti 10K/5K
Apex · 76 km away
Fayetteville · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Fayetteville
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WoodCreek Cares Charity 5k & Fun Run
WoodCreek Cares is an annual charity 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run organized by the WoodCreek HOA Social Committee. This is the event's third year, and it raises money for families affected by STXBP1, a very rare disease, with proceeds directed to the STXBP1 Foundation.
Participants can select the timed 5K or the shorter fun run, accommodating both competitive runners and families. The 5K awards the top three overall male and female finishers, and registration includes a race T-shirt, with supplies guaranteed.
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.
Sandhills Running "Sasquatch 4-Hour 1-Mile Repeat" and "Sasquatch 5K"
Sandhills Running’s Sasquatch offers a four-hour 1-mile repeat race alongside a 5K on the Weymouth Woods Boyd Tract Loop in Southern Pines, North Carolina. Both events commence at 8 AM on a clearly marked trail. The longer race allows participants four hours to complete as many one-mile laps as possible, while the 5K involves three circuits of the same loop.
The route encircles the Weymouth Center property and goes by the oldest known living longleaf pine, estimated to be over 470 years old. This format is ideal for runners prioritizing straightforward organization: a single, repeated trail loop, packet collection the night before or on race morning, parking at the Weymouth Woods Center for the Humanities, and a distinct option between a timed endurance event and a short trail 5K.
Puppy Creek Fire Department “Run for a Cure” 5K
The Puppy Creek Fire Department “Run for a Cure” 5K is a self-timed run/walk held at Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital in Raeford, North Carolina. The event begins and ends on hospital grounds, with sign-in on the back lawn and a virtual 5K option for remote participation.
The race funds free breast exams, wig assistance, and other breast-cancer support for Hoke County residents lacking resources. It is designed for neighbors, families, and friends, accommodating all paces from walking to running. Children age seven and under participate free, baby strollers are welcome, but pets, bikes, and scooters are prohibited. The Hoke County Sheriff’s Office and Hoke County EMS provide support, and finishers with a runner’s bib receive a medal.
HBOT4Heroes Run 4 Their Lives 5K
HBOT4Heroes Run 4 Their Lives 5K is a Halloween 5K in Apex, North Carolina, near Raleigh. The race starts at 8 AM EDT from 1305 White Oak Church Rd and is organized by HBOT4Heroes.
The distance is a straightforward 5K, so it suits walkers, casual runners, families, and people using the day as a themed fall outing. The event raises money for veterans living with traumatic brain injury and PTSD, and the Halloween angle gives runners a reason to show up in costume rather than treating it like a standard road race.
I Thought Turkeys Could Fly 5k
The I Thought Turkeys Could Fly 5k is a November 5K held in Dunn, North Carolina. It starts at 8:00 a.m. on North General Lee Avenue, near Tyler Park. The race begins and ends in the same location and is chip-timed, providing runners with an official recorded result.
The certified course is designed for speed, featuring only 56 feet of elevation change and a downhill finish. This marks the race's second year, and its proceeds benefit the local Toys for Tots chapter, giving this small-town 5K a distinct community purpose beyond the timing results.
Hiester Cares 5K Run-Walk to Prevent
The Hiester Cares 5K Run-Walk is a single-distance run or walk held entirely on the Fuquay-Varina High School campus in North Carolina. The Hiester Cares Foundation organizes it to raise money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and offers participants a USATF-certified 5K course.
The route stays within the school grounds and mostly uses broad sidewalks, making the setup compact and easy to follow. Over 700 runners have participated throughout the event's history, contributing to over $350,000 raised for suicide prevention. Finishers can compete for overall male and female awards, as well as age-group awards from 15-and-under through 70-plus. Registered participants receive a race shirt and swag bag.
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.
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.
Pinehurst Turkey Trot
The Pinehurst Turkey Trot begins and ends at The Village Arboretum in Pinehurst, a village in the Sandhills region of central North Carolina. This event holds the distinction of being the oldest Turkey Trot in the state. The primary race is a 5K, preceded by a 1-mile Little Gobbler fun run for children.
The 5K route guides participants through Pinehurst streets and residential areas, deviating from a closed stadium-style circuit. The day embraces Thanksgiving traditions: participants are invited to wear turkey costumes, all receive a long-sleeve race shirt and a finisher medal, and prizes are awarded to the top overall finishers, masters runners, and the top three in each age category.
Santa Shuffle 5k & 1 Mile
The Santa Shuffle 5k & 1 Mile is a holiday run and walk on the paved Cape Fear River Trail, offering 5k and 1-mile options. A virtual option is available for either distance, with registration costs remaining consistent regardless of the chosen route.
This event emphasizes costumes and casual participation over competitive racing, welcoming runners, walkers, children, strollers, and pets. Participants are encouraged to wear Santa costumes and bring or dress up their dogs as "Santa Paws." Note that late registrations might not include a Santa suit or medal if supplies are depleted.
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.
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Fayetteville Base Miles
Fayetteville hosts 28 5K 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.