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5K races near Goldsboro
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Upcoming 5K races near Goldsboro
JUL 3
11JUL
Run · road · 5K
Crack Of Dawn Dash
Lenoir · 34 km away
11JUL
Run · road · 5K
Eagle 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (28)
Raleigh · 79 km away
12JUL
Run · road · 5K
Sour Apple Half Marathon & 5K
Smithfield · 34 km away
AUG 6
1AUG
Run · road · 5K
Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (31)
Rocky Mount · 65 km away
15AUG
Run · road · 5K
Ninja 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (33)
Raleigh · 79 km away
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22AUG
Run · trail · 5K
2026 Raleigh DEKA FIT & Ultra
Raleigh · 73 km away
23AUG
Run · road · 5K
Muddy Princess - Raleigh, NC
Raleigh · 73 km away
29AUG
Run · road · 5K
Zebulon B&G Club 5k Run
Zebulon · 58 km away
29AUG
Run · road · 5K
Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (35)
Raleigh · 79 km away
SEP 11
5SEP
Run · road · 5K
Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (36)
Rocky Mount · 65 km away
7SEP
Run · road · 5K
2026 HBCU STEM Education Run - Raleigh
Raleigh · 73 km away
10SEP
Run · trail · 5K
Christ Covenant Cross Country Meet
Greenville · 60 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
PAL Power Run 5k
Lillington · 74 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Medal Madness 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (37)
Raleigh · 79 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
Tunnel to Towers Climb - Raleigh, NC
Raleigh · 73 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
LIVE LIFE IN COLOR 5K & 1-Mile Run
Wilson · 36 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
9/11 Heroes Run - Raleigh, North Carolina
Holly Springs · 80 km away
16SEP
Run · road · 5K
Color Vibe 5K - Raleigh
Raleigh · 73 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
The 50th Annual Boys & Girls Club Selma Railroad Run 5K
Selma · 31 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (38)
Raleigh · 79 km away
Goldsboro · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Goldsboro
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Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Rocky Mount, NC (40)
The Haunted 5K, 10K, & 13.1M is a Halloween-season running event in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. All three races start at 8:30 AM from 799 Pennsylvania Avenue. Participants can select a 5K, 10K, or half marathon. Each distance follows a repeated out-and-back format. Registration is exclusively through RunSignup; no on-site sign-ups are available. Packet pickup begins 30 minutes before the start and concludes 10 minutes prior.
The 5K and 10K use a 1.56-mile out-and-back loop, with 5K runners completing it twice and 10K runners completing it four times. The half marathon utilizes a 2.18-mile out-and-back loop, repeated six times. This course design is straightforward but can become mentally repetitive. All distances have a 3-hour, 30-minute time limit, emphasizing pacing more for half marathoners than for shorter race participants.
Run, Walk, & Roll for Rehab
Pink Ribbon Run 2026
The Pink Ribbon Run begins behind the Hilton Greenville on Landmark Street in Greenville, North Carolina. A certified 5K and a free 1-mile walk commence in the early afternoon. The 5K, a timed road race managed by Run the East, requires registration, while the walk offers a no-cost option to participate in the fundraiser.
The event supports local individuals undergoing treatment for breast cancer and their families. This marks the 11th year for the run, previously known as Run for the Ribbons. Participants in the 5K receive an event shirt upon registration. Awards are presented to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three finishers in each age group, ranging from children to those 70 and older.
JPII Cross Country Meet
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.
Haunted 5K & 10K at Raleigh, NC (41)
The Haunted 5K & 10K is a Halloween-season US Road Running event held at Green Hills County Park in Raleigh, North Carolina. Both races begin at 9:00 AM. The 5K costs $30 and the 10K costs $45. Registration must be completed via RunSignup prior to race morning, as there will be no on-site sign-ups. Packet pickup is available only from 8:30 AM to 8:50 AM.
The course is a concrete out-and-back route within the park, utilizing a 1.56-mile section. The 5K covers this loop twice, and the 10K covers it four times. All participants have a two-hour time limit. The park gate opens at 8:00 AM. Parking is located by the playground on the north side, where bathrooms are also situated. Finishers receive medals, and awards are presented. Runners can earn series points, with the best costume award highlighting the Halloween theme.
Haunted 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (42)
The Haunted 5K & 13.1M in Raleigh, a US Road Running event, takes place at 9300 Deponie Dr. Both the 5K and half marathon begin at 9:00 AM. This is a Halloween-themed road race on concrete, not a trail run. Participants can select the 5K or the 13.1-mile distance. Packet pickup is available 30 minutes before the start and concludes 10 minutes prior. Pre-registration on RunSignup is required, as there is no race-day registration.
Both distances feature an out-and-back course, designed for simplicity but offering repetition. The 5K completes its out-and-back loop twice, and the half marathon completes it six times, all within a three-hour time limit. Parking and restrooms are located by the playground on the park's north side, with the gate opening at 8:00 AM. Medals are provided to all finishers, and awards will be presented. Series points are awarded, and a best costume prize adds to the Halloween atmosphere.
Haunted 5K & 13.1M
The Haunted 5K & 13.1M is a Halloween-themed running race held at 9300 Deponie Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina. Both the 5K and half marathon begin at 9:00 AM. The park gate opens at 8:00 AM, and packet pickup is available shortly before the start. Registration must be completed on RunSignup, as there is no race-day sign-up at the venue.
The course consists of concrete, out-and-back laps. The 5K covers the route twice, and the half marathon completes six out-and-back circuits. Parking and restrooms are located by the playground on the park's north side. The time limit for the race is three hours. Finishers will receive medals, and awards will be presented. Series points are awarded, and the costume award provides the race's distinct Halloween theme.
Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5k
The Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5k takes place in October in Kinston, North Carolina. It offers a half marathon for those seeking a longer run and a 5k for a shorter run or walk. Mother Earth Brewing is the title sponsor, and Ironclad Races Inc., a Kinston-based nonprofit, organizes the event. The race attracts a local and accessible field, not a massive one: recent half marathon fields have included just over one hundred runners to slightly more than four hundred, while the 5k has drawn from under one hundred to nearly four hundred participants.
The event aims to draw runners to Kinston and highlight the city's historic and cultural attractions. Its proceeds support local groups such as HOPE Restorations, Hugo Volunteer Fire Department, Mary’s Soup Kitchen, and other community organizations. The race also ties into local environmental efforts through a partnership with Mother Earth Foundation and Sound Rivers to install a Trash Trap on the Neuse River. This provides the weekend with a distinct small-city character: a race sponsored by a brewery, managed by a nonprofit, with funds and focus remaining within Kinston.
Good Samaritan 5K Run
The Good Samaritan 5K Run begins in Uptown Greenville, North Carolina, on Evans Street near The Scullery. This event is a ministry fundraiser for Hope of Glory Ministries, with funds supporting families throughout Pitt County, particularly those at or below the poverty level. Participants can register for a standard 5K or the Cross Training 5K, which incorporates six exercise stations along the course. Coaches from CrossFit Greenville and Rebel Fitness will lead these stations, with weight exercises adapted to individual fitness levels. Cross training runners will also be grouped into beginner, intermediate, and advanced heats.
The course route proceeds toward the Town Common, returns via 5th Street, and passes East Carolina University before looping back to the Uptown area. It is USATF certified, featuring water stations at each mile marker, timing provided by Run The East, and awards for top overall and age-group finishers in both race categories. Hope of Glory Ministries, established in 2001 as a Christ-centered nonprofit, operates a Community Food Co-op that distributes fresh and non-perishable food twice monthly, connects families with mentors, and assists them in reallocating grocery savings towards debt reduction, emergency funds, or general savings. The race day also features a post-race gathering at U.B.E., participant t-shirts, and a bib discount at The Scullery.
Happy Valley Humdinger
Happy Valley Humdinger is a Saturday-evening 5K in Happy Valley, North Carolina, situated between Lenoir and Blowing Rock. The race follows a point-to-point course: runners begin at Lapaz / Marshallberg Farm and conclude at Happy Valley Filling Station. This setup offers a journey through the valley rather than a circuitous park route.
Following the race, the venue transforms into an outdoor gathering featuring awards, craft beer, wood-fired pizza, and live music. Attendees aged 21 and over receive a complimentary beer. Quest 4 Life sponsors a Kids Run held in the evening, and complimentary shuttles return runners to the starting area parking. The race incorporates local elements, such as an official shirt designed by Image 420 of Asheville.
Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Raleigh, NC (44)
The Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M in Raleigh is a US Road Running event held at a park on Deponie Drive. Participants can select either a 5K or a half marathon, with both races commencing at 9:00 AM. All runners must register via RunSignup prior to race day; on-site registration is not available. Packet pickup is scheduled from 30 minutes before the start until 10 minutes before the start.
The race course consists of concrete out-and-back loops. The 5K covers the loop twice, and the half marathon completes it six times, creating a contained race format. The park opens at 8:00 AM. Parking is located by the playground on the park's north side, where bathrooms are also situated. Finishers receive medals, and awards are presented. Series points are recorded, and a best costume award is part of the event.
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Goldsboro Base Miles
Goldsboro hosts 54 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Goldsboro runners keep things close and practical, with downtown Goldsboro and the Neuse River giving the week a clear shape. The Greater Goldsboro Road Run is the anchor event, with a one-mile fun run, a certified 5K, and a certified 10K starting at The Hub at Center and Chestnut streets. The routes weave through Center Street, Warner, Jefferson, and Mulberry streets. Wayne Crime Stoppers Caper Chase, WSE Titan UP 5K, Feel the Burn 5K & 10K, Gobble Waddle 5K/10K, and Sunset River Run give locals enough race-day targets for intervals and steady base miles.
Goldsboro riders get a compact Coastal Plain setup with 13 tracked routes totaling 310 km. One route runs 8 km and gains 211 m, so locals use it when they want the closest thing to climbing work. Another route runs 1 km and gains 110 m, which fits a quick Z2 spin or sharper group effort. 5 km. 8 mi. 7 km.
July brings the heat, with Goldsboro averaging 31°C highs and 22°C lows. Summer running works best when locals get out early, keep intervals honest, and save longer efforts for shaded or river-adjacent stretches near the Neuse River, Little River, or Stoney Creek. Summer riding rewards steady bottles, Z2 discipline, and shorter loops before the humidity stacks up. January cools the city down to average highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Winter changes the feel for both sports, with lighter layers, quieter base miles, and occasional light to moderate snowfall interrupting the normal rhythm.