Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

The 2nd Annual Apex- Halloween Hustle 5k and Minion Mile is back with your favorite route for the spooky season! More decorations, options to add on extra event gear during your sign-up, festive Halloween music, costume contest, fog machines, free cotton candy and popcorn, and more!     WHO: ALL runners, step counters, and Halloween enthusiast! Fitness levels from first time 5k'ers to experienced athletes, you are all welcome!    WHAT: 3.1 miles of fast changing scenery; starting from the City Rec Dept., through the woods, passing Castle Playground, racing past the East Carrollton soccer fields, and dashing to the turnaround at the Log Cabin. Total elevation of ~250 feet. Perfect for beginners and enough hills to give you a challenge. Many rest areas along the way include park benches and hydration tables.   WHEN:  October 24, 2026: -Minion's Mile (Kids 1 mile): 8:00-8:20am. Halloween Hustle 5k: 8:30am START   WHERE: 110 Lumpkin Dr. Carrollton, Ga. 30117 (City Rec. Dept.) We

West Georgia Track Club is proud to bring back the fall 7.5K / 15K trail race! We're taking it back to the basics with a low fee, no fuss, no stress approach. Enjoy a laid back race on the beautiful scenic trails of Little Tallapoosa Park in Carrollton, Georgia. Choose between two distances: 7.5K (4.65 miles) or 15K (9.3 miles). Return to your roots and remember why you run. Here's your chance to tap back into that. The race is a loop course. You will complete one loop for approximately 7.5K, and you will complete two loops for approximately 15K. This race will utilize timing cards for reporting finishing times. Awards will be given to the following: 7.5K Race Distance Top 3 Males; Top 3 Females Masters Male; Masters Female 15K Race Distance Top 3 Males; Top 3 Females Masters Male; Masters Female

Join us for the 8th Annual West Georgia Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26, 2026, at Hobbs Farm in Carrollton. All proceeds will benefit West Georgia children in foster care! The annual Turkey Trot offers 5K and 10K distance options as well as a Gobble Wobble for all our young runners. The 5K and 10K will start promptly at 9 AM. We will offer race day packet pick-up and registration from 8:00 AM until 8:45 AM. The race course starts at the entry of Hobbs Farm and travels through the Greenbelt of Hobbs Farm and over to Lakeshore park area. This route follows the Carrollton Greenbelt and returns to the finish near the trailhead of Hobbs Farm. Early packet pick-up is available on Wednesday, November 25th, at SoleRoots Running Co, 150 Maple Crossing, Ste 101, Carrollton, GA. Our one-of-a-kind Turkey Trot shirts are only guaranteed if registered by November 1 for the 5K and 10K participants. Thank you so much for your support!

Ditch the Leftovers. Grab Your Ugliest Christmas Sweater! Ready to trade the Thanksgiving turkey for some holiday cheer? Kick off the Christmas season with us the Saturday after Thanksgiving at the Ugly Christmas Sweater 5K! We’re bringing the festive fun to the beautiful, certified 5K course at the Hobbs Farm Greenbelt Trailhead. Whether you’re a serious runner looking for a timed personal best or a family looking for a joyful morning stroll, this event offers fun for all ages. Run with Purpose Every stride supports a wonderful cause. All proceeds directly benefit Reaching Above, a dedicated classroom for students with special needs. What’s waiting for you at the finish line? 🏆 The Ultimate Bragging Rights: Racers with the absolute ugliest sweaters will take home an official Ugly Sweater award. 🥇 Podium Medals: Top finishers in each race category will receive winner medals. 🎁 Holiday Giveaways: We’re giving away more than 15 door prizes throughout the event! Don't wait until December to get into the holiday spirit. Dust off your most outrageous holiday sweater, bring the whole family, and let's race for a great cause!

Friday Night Lights: Run Through the Winter West Magic Step out of the ordinary and into a dazzling holiday wonderland! PLUS - an all-new route with even MORE lights! Prepare to illuminate your holiday season as SoleRoots Running partners with the University of West Georgia, inviting you to experience the inaugural Friday Night Lights 5K | Fun Run. This event is honored to continue the holiday spirit started by the annual Jingle Bell Jog for the past 15 years. This isn't just a race; it's a breathtaking, glittering path woven directly into the spectacular Winter West programing, transforming the UWG campus into a runner's paradise of festive light. On Friday, December 4, 2026, the air will be crisp and the spirit bright. Join us as the sun sets and thousands of twinkling lights rise to guide your way. Whether you're chasing a personal record in the challenging 5K or enjoying a shorter, family-friendly Fun Run—our sparkling Festive Fun Run—every stride will be set to the backdrop of radiant holiday magic. Lace up your shoes, feel the energy of the night, and run into a brand-new holiday tradition under the Friday Night Lights! Schedule: Friday, December 4 Winter West on University of West Georgia campus in Love Valley begins at 4 pm Learn more about Winter West HEREParking is available at UWG Campus Center or Bookstore lots on West Georgia Drive, Carrollton.Race check-in opens from 4:45 to 6 pm in the Campus Center lower level room 121.Festive Fun Run around Love Valley starts at 6 pm (meet at the Campus Center Patio)Best outfit awards announced at 6:15 pm with prizesFriday Night Lights 5K starts at 6:17 pm (start line noted on map)Awards following 5K with pick-up at awards table, no ceremonyPizza dinner provided after each race in UWG Campus Center Lower Level Room 121 Dress warm and turn on your all-new, festive, LED light up beanie while exploring the lights on course. Then finish with friends and family. Registered participants will get pizza for dinner with options of cheese, pepperoni, or veggie and water. Awards will go to: Best Holiday Outfit Adult Best Holiday Outfit Youth (17 and under) Best Light up Outfit Adult Best Light up Outfit Youth (17 and under) 5k Awards: Top 3 overall male and female finishers Age Group Awards offered

Central Cupcake Chase: A Sweet Race for a Great Cause Get ready to dash for deliciousness! Join us for the 14th Annual Central Cupcake Chase, a certified 5K and 1-mile fun run/walk. This beloved community event supports Central Middle School in Carroll County, Georgia. Why You'll Love It: A Sweet Route: Wind through scenic neighborhood streets surrounding the school. Chip-Timed Fun: Accurate results for serious runners. Tasty Finish Line: Indulge in sweet treats and celebrate your accomplishment. Important Dates: Pre-Registration Deadline: February 14, 2026 (Guaranteed long-sleeve t-shirt) Packet Pickup: March 6, 2026, 4-6 PM at Central Middle School Cafeteria Registration Fees: Pre-Registered (by 2/14/26): Adult: $25 (Guaranteed t-shirt) Pre-Registered Student: $15 (Guaranteed t-shirt) Late Registration (2/15-3/5): Adult: $35 (No guaranteed t-shirt) Student: $15 (No guaranteed t-shirt) Race Day Schedule: 7:30 AM: Race Day Registration Opens 8:30 AM: Kids’ Fun Run 9:00 AM: 5K Run/Walk Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes! Let's make this year's Central Cupcake Chase the sweetest one yet.

It's time to celebrate! Birthday Bash #5 is here. Sign up for this 5K and party like it's a marathon! SoleRoots Running Co is a WHOLE HAND (5) years old. We can't believe it and we want to share the biggest birthday celebration with all our walking and running buddies! Our Birthday Bash has so many festivities you don't want to miss out. Early packet pick-up starting April 8th-10th at the SoleRoots store from 10am to 6pm and April 11th from 7am to 8am. When: April 11, 20267:00 AM | Race Day packet pick-up and registration opens8:30 AM | 5K Starts9:30 AM |  5K Awards9:30 AM | Foodtruck, Cake cutting, and music10:00 AM | Vendors experience, Giveaways and RafflesThe 5K Course is a beautiful route down Maple Street on the Carrollton Greenbelt and into the heart of the University of West Georgia and around the historical Love Valley. The finish is near SoleRoots Running Co. storefront. All participants will receive a finisher medal!!! Say WHAT?!?!?! That's right, take th

The Josh Waldrep Foundation is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) started to honor Josh and raise awareness about the condition Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome, (CVS). The Foundation is proud to sponsor scholarships to the University of West Georgia, Carrollton High School, and donations towards finding a cure for CVS.   The Live Like Josh event is ready to host 2025 with a 5K hosted on the University of West Georgia Athletic complex. Join us at 6:00 pm at the Stadium Concourse to hear memories of Josh and know more about CVS. We invite all children (12 and under) to participate in the Touchdown Dash for Josh at 6 pm on the UWG Wolves football field. We will start the 5K and 1.1 mile walk from the University of West Georgia stadium home ticket booth at 6:30pm. The 5K will travel around the Athletic complex and showcase the stadium, the wolf statue and several other athletic fields. The 1.1 mile walk will make the distance loop around the beautiful Wolves Football Field from start to finish line.   Sign u

Get ready for a day full of color, energy, and school spirit! Join Central PTO for our Inaugural Student Color Run — a fun, high-energy event where students will walk, jog, or run through a course filled with vibrant bursts of color. Families are invited to cheer them on and enjoy the festive atmosphere as spectators. This fundraiser supports our school by helping provide enrichment programs, classroom resources, and special experiences for students and staff. Students will enjoy:🎨 Color stations along the course🎶 Music and a celebratory vibe👕 Commemorative event gear (while supplies last)🏁 A colorful finish line celebration Bring your cameras and school spirit to support our runners and help make our first Color Run a bright success! 🌈 100% of all proceeds go directly back to supporting Central Elementary School! Registration Instructions: Take these steps and let the students earn all these fun incentives too! Step 1: Click "Registration&#3

Lucky Number Seven: The Carrollton Half Marathon & Half Marathon RelayThe AMP, Carrollton, GADON'T GET LEFT AT THE STARTING LINE!The Carrollton Half Marathon has become a local legend, one of Georgia's premier half marathons, and this race sells out every single year. We have a firm runner cap to keep the course scenic and safe—once the spots are gone, they are gone! Register early to lock in your spot, your shirt size, and the best pricing. Experience the magic of seeing the sun peek over Lake Carroll as you tackle our scenic 13.1-mile course. With a route that winds through the heart of the city and finishes on a glorious, flat stretch of roadway, this is a race designed for a "strong finish" with great spectators bringing you home every step of the way. Why This Isn't Just Another RaceThe Course: Start and finish in the historic Adamson Square. You’ll glide past the water and through the shaded, rolling hills of the Carrollton GreenBelt.The Vibe: We don't