Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

The Run for the Ribbon 5K is one of ZTA’s signature philanthropy events, bringing together students, alumni, faculty, and the community to run or walk through the University of Arkansas campus while raising funds and awareness for Breast Cancer Education and Awareness (BCEA). Every step taken helps support education, advocacy, and initiatives that make a lasting impact in the fight against breast cancer. Click here to make a donation!!! DONATE

WORLD RUN DAY 2026 October 24–25, 2026 | Virtual 5K Run/Walk ONE WORLD. ONE PASSION. ONE WORLD RUN DAY! The World Is Running. Are You In? Join runners and walkers around the globe for World Run Day 2026! Since 1999, World Run Day has celebrated running, fitness, health, and community — bringing people together through a shared passion for running. Whether you're a marathoner, casual jogger, or first-time participant, this is YOUR day to celebrate! TWO GREAT COMMEMORATIVE ITEMS — ONE INCREDIBLE VALUE! Your registration includes: 1. EXCLUSIVE LONG-SLEEVE WORLD RUN DAY 2026 T-SHIRT Celebrate in style with a specially designed commemorative shirt! Shipped promptly after registration, with typical delivery in 4–7 days. Wear it proudly on World Run Day and beyond! Our Best Value in our series of virtual run events. 2. INSPIRATIONAL, FRAME-WORTHY RACE BIB A colorful commemorative bib featuring major cities from around the world, celebrating the global running community. Wear it. Save it. Frame it! YOUR 5K. YOUR COURSE. YOUR PACE. Distance: 5K (3.1 miles) When: October 24 - 25, 2026 Where: Anywhere in the world — outdoors or on a treadmill Who: Runners and walkers of all abilities Results: Upload your finishing time before noon October 27 Celebrate the joy of running, inspire healthier lifestyles, and connect with runners around the world. DON'T MISS OUT — REGISTER TODAY! RUN ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. TOGETHER. www.runday.com World Run Day — Celebrating Running Since 1999.

Come join us for some spooky fall fun! The 23rd annual PUMPKIN RUN is Friday, October 30! Peeples Elementary School, 153 Panther Path, Fayetteville, GA 30215 • RACE • FOOD TRUCKS • COSTUMES • PRIZES • DJ • AND MORE! • The Pumpkin Run is brought to you by the Peeples Elementary PTO and the Peachtree City Rotary Club, but could not be done without tremendous support from the Peeples Elementary staff, students and families and our amazing volunteers! Thank you also to our generous sponsors!

Ozark Off-Road Cyclists and the Ozark Trail Runners unite to create the most epic 24 (25) hour party you’ve ever experienced. Profits from this “race” will go to continued preservation and trail development on Mt. Kessler. Join us on October 31 at Mt. Kessler – Fayetteville, Arkansas for a full day of partying in the dirt. Individuals or teams will take on the challenge to ride or run from 12pm on Saturday to 12pm on Sunday, and thanks to daylight savings time, you get an extra hour for free! The “Race” – 24 (+ 1 hour for free) hours of either mtb or trail running madness, or....BOTH! The team/solo individual in each category with the most laps wins.  The Course - The course will be comprised of 2 separate loops, with bikers and runners rotating loops every 6 hours. Runners and riders will be on their own separate loops to minimize congestion. Each loop is roughly 4-6 miles long. One loop is easy, one loop will have you dreaming  of the cozy warmth of the campfire. The Teams* – Tea

The start/finish location is Lake Wedington Recreation Area just outside of Fayetteville, Arkansas.  Lake Wedington is a US Forest Service Park and offers great amenities and a natural setting to come hang out for the weekend and enjoy some of the best gravel in the Ozarks of Northwest Arkansas.  4 gravel ride distances of 24, 40, 64 and 96 miles. There will be hot food, tasty beverages and snacks once you finish. HIGHLIGHT ANNOUNCEMENTS:96 Mile Ride - Cash ($1,500 total) $750 Males - $350 first, $250 second, $150 third$750 Females - $350 first, $250 second, $150 third

The SLS Dash is an inclusive race where neurodivergent and neurotypical runners of all abilities are invited to compete and have fun together. Whether you're a seasoned runner, casual walker, adaptive mobility/wheelchair participant, or volunteer, the SLS Dash is an opportunity to celebrate movement, neurodiversity, and inclusion. Super Hero themed: participants & volunteers alike are invited to "Dash Like a Hero" by donning their favorite superhero's costume (or any family-friendly re-purposed Halloween costume).  Other features include: Vendor Village & Family Fun Zone booths & activitiesLive DJCoffee and snacks provided by Pathway Cafe, a culinary training academy for individuals with disabilitiesCrystal Bridge's Mobile Art Lab experienceFood trucks Proceeds from the event supports SLS Community, a Fayetteville-based non-profit that provides residential and supported employment services for neurodivergent adults with intellectual and developmental dis

Join us on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Trilith for The Eden Project’s Veterans Mental Health & Awareness 5K Run/Walk! Whether you’re chasing a personal best, walking with family and friends, or simply looking for a meaningful way to support veterans and first responders, this race is for you. For 10 years, The Eden Project has helped veterans, first responders, and their families rediscover identity, rebuild relationships, find purpose, and reconnect with their communities. Now, we’re asking you to run and walk alongside us. Rise to the challenge. Join the community.

Join us in a 5K to support Autism Research! All proceeds will go to the Autism Science Foundation! Race packet pickup will be on November 5th and November 6th at 3108 Raeford Rd Ste 110, Fayetteville, NC 28303, from 10:00 AM-7:00 PM

Welcome to Fayetteville's only Half Marathon on the Cape Fear River Trail! All races will feature different routes and use the Cape Fear River Trail. This trail is a beautiful, paved greenway trail along the Cape Fear River. The start and finish line will be at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden. There will be on course support.  There will be no pets allowed at this event. This race will have an option to add on a VIP experience. This includes a private heated tent for VIPs only, VIP only refreshments, Bag storage, and VIP line for early packet pick up. Limited to 35 entrants.

The Captain's 5K Run/Walk Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026 5K -- 9:00am 1 Mile -- 9:45am Location: McCurry Park North, SR 54 Fayetteville, GA 30215 Presented by: Theta Lambda Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Inc. [Official Website] and all proceeds go to benefit the Thomas “T.J.” Jefferson Foundation Inc., [The Byrd, Jenkins, Kirkland, and Seldon Scholarship.] We invite you to be a part of our 3rd Annual Jerome Kirkland Sr. Cancer Awareness 5K Walk/Run & 1 Mile Walk/Fun, aka (“Captain’s 5K”), scheduled November 14th, 2026, at McCurry Park located in Fayette County. The Captain’s 5K celebrates our commitment to community service, health and wellness awareness. The Thomas “TJ” Jefferson Foundation, Inc. (TJF), is a twenty-year-old non-profit organization comprised of members of the Theta Lambda Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. TJF is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation established in September 2003 to raise funds for scholarships for deserving high school seniors and undergraduate students who demonstrated high academic excellence in the communities of Coweta County and Fayette County. 5K Run/Walk Registration: $25 'Early Bird' Pre-Registration Fee....(Through Sept. 21, 11:59pm)$35 Pre-Race Registration Fee...(Sept. 22 through Nov. 11, 11:59pm)$45 Day of Race Registration FeeNOTE: Pre-Race Registration runs until 11:59 PM, Wednesday evening, November 4th, HOWEVER, you must register by Saturday, Oct. 24th, 11:59pm, to guarantee your T-shirt size and lock in at the reduced rate! 1 Mile Run/Walk Registration: $20 'Early Bird' Pre-Registration Fee....(Through Sept. 21, 11:59pm)$25 Pre-Race Registration Fee...(Sept. 22 through Nov. 11, 11:59pm)$35 Day of Race Registration FeeNOTE: Pre-Race Registration runs until 11:59 PM, Wednesday evening, November 11th, HOWEVER, you must register by Saturday, Oct. 24th, 11:59pm, to guarantee your T-shirt size and lock in at the reduced rate! 'Virtual 5K' Registration: $35 Pre-Race Registration FeeVirtual participants DO receive a t-Shirt, so be sure to include an email so that we may contact you for a mailing address. 5K Race Route: This USATF-Certified 5K Course begins and ends in McCurry Park . It is scenic, very fast, and a PEACHTREE ROAD RACE QUALIFIER! The course travels along some newly paved perimeter roads before entering the park again and winding through the paved walking/running path before finishing on a slightly-downhill path. 1 Mile Race Route: The 1 Mile Course is completely within McCurry Park and goes out-and-back along the paved walking/running path before finishing on a slightly-downhill path. Race Start-Finish & Race Day Parking: Both the Start and Finish Line(s) are located in parking lot of McCurry Park located at 180 McDonough Rd., Fayetteville, GA 30214. There is plenty of parking available in the main lot, less than 100m. from BOTH the start and finish. Race Day Schedule of Events: 7:30 AM Race Day Registration Opens8:45 AM Race Day Registration Closes8:55 AM Pre-Race Announcements9:00 AM 5K Race Start Time9:45 AM 1M Race Start Time 10:15 AM Race Awards Presentation Pre-Race Packet Pick-up for those pre-registered: Early race packet pickup location TBA. Save time waiting in line on race morning and pick up your packet early. 5K Awards: Awards will be given to the following: *Top 3 Overall Male and Top 3 Overall Female Winners *Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female Winners *Top 3 Male & Female in the following Age Categories: 10-Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over 1 Mile Awards: Awards will be given to the following: *Top 3 Overall Boys (10&U) and Top 3 Overall Girls (10&U) Results: The race will be professionally-timed by Wire2Wire Running, LLC Wire2WireRunning.comW2W uses R.F.I.D. technology and MyLaps equipment... the same used in the Peachtree R.R., the Boston Marathon, the Tour de France, and the London Marathon.Finish Results & Age Group Results will be available after the race: The Captain's 5K * RACE RESULTS Interested in becoming a Sponsor? Please contact us: tllcaptains5k@gmail.com Theta Lambda Lambda Omega Psi Phi Fraternity P.O. Box 2284 Peachtree City, GA 30269 We DO hope you will join us for this outstanding race in support of a tremendous cause to remember a tremendous man! Please note, this is a rain or shine event! Want to know more about 'Captain Kirk,' Jerome Kirkland Sr.? R E A D O N . . . Jerome J Kirkland Sr, affectionally nick named "Capt Kirk" by his brothers of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., was born in Camden NJ (May 7, 1944) and a long-time resident of Newnan GA. He was a Vietnam War combat veteran (SSgt, USA); City Councilman and Board of Education member (Plainfield NJ); Educator / Coach (Dekalb County Schools GA); Parish Council Chairman (Newnan Chapel UMC, Newnan GA) and Elder and Leader of Thrive Ministry (GO Church, Sharpsburg GA). Jerome was the Founding Father and chartered member of the Theta Lambda Lambda (TLL) Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. that serves Coweta /Fayette counties. Jerome was the catalyst in TLL Chapter providing over $250,000 in scholarships for college bound students; sponsoring blood drives and other community health initiatives; supporting Cancer Relay for Life; establishing several mentoring programs and countless other community service initiatives. TLL Chapter's tremendous impact on the Coweta / Fayette County community is due to Jerome's outstanding dedication and leadership. Jerome fought the good fight and succumbed to cancer (November 20, 2023). He left an endearing and enduring legacy. The men of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc, TLL Chapter proudly named the 5K run after Jerome J Kirkland Sr to honor his legacy in establishing scholarships for college bound seniors in Coweta/Fayette counties and for promoting men's health /cancer awareness and community service.

Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k/Half Marathon!  A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k/10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, yo

WHAT The Red Apple Run for Diabetes Presented by Beauty and Grace Aesthetics is a 5K and 10K race on the Cape Fear River Trail in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Join us as we get together during National Diabetes Month to help raise awareness and support. All participants receive a finisher medal at the finish line. WHEN Saturday, November 21, 2026 WHERE Cape Fear River Trail - Jordan Soccer Complex Trailhead 445 Treetop Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28311 DISTANCES OFFERED 5K - Timed 10K - Timed *You can walk or run either event. PARKING There is plenty of parking at this location! Parking Lot - Jordan Soccer Complex. 445 Treetop Dr., Fayetteville, NC 28311 SCHEDULE Full the full schedule of events click HERE TO DONATE If you would like to donate, just click on the Donate button in the top right. HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE The Red Apple Run for Diabetes supports Better Health, an organization providing Diabetes Education Programs to those in need. An American Diabetes Association recognized program, the services include free diabetes supplies, nutritional counseling, classes and more! Come out to help make our community healthier!

Join us for a new family tradition! Before you gather to eat, gather to move with your feet! This family friendly event has something for everyone. Choose either a 5k (3.1 miles) or 1K (.62) that is perfect for families and little ones! This new course will be everything we love about Fayetteville: hilly, scenic, fun, and downtown! The Spark Foundation is all about encouraging our community to get active and stay active. In keeping with our mission we have eliminated age group awards for the Turkey Trot, we want the person who motivates you to be, YOU! **Due to a high volume of registrants for the Turkey Trot-N-Trek, participants who register for the 5K after 11/19/25 will not be guaranteed a beanie or medal.   **1K participants will NOT receive a beanie at the Turkey Trot-N-Trek, but will receive a finisher medal.  We can't wait to see you on race day!

Please join us on Thanksgiving morning for a fun time running with family and friends! Where: One Church: 2130 Redwine Road, Fayetteville, GA 30215 When: 8:30 am What: 5k race Who: Anyone!!! Race proceeds will benefit Two Small Coins- A nonprofit existing to bring hope and healing to widows and their families in our community. (: **Please register by Thursday, November 5th to receive an awesome t-shirt with your registration!! *We will have race day registration, but a t-shirt will not be provided to those who register after November 5th. Thank you for understanding. (: *Two Small Coins is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Fayette and Coweta County. All registrations and donations are tax deductible.

All runners must pickup their own packet to participate in the Fayetteville Half Marathon.  Approxiamately 1,000 runners, friends and family will come through the expo. Packet Pick-up will be located at the Fayetteville Town Center, which is located on the downtown square.

Four distances to choose from...half marathon, 10K, 5K and fun run. The race will visit some of Fayetteville's most unique spots. There are also virtual options.

Four distances to choose from...half marathon, 10K, 5K and fun run. The race will visit some of Fayetteville's most unique spots. There are also virtual options.

Join us on December 12th along the Cape Fear River Trail (paved trail) for a fun and festive morning! We want to flood the day with running Santas, walking Santas, Santa Paws, and little Santas! This is a non-competitive, non-timed event, meant to bring a little fun to the holiday season! All paces are welcome, as well as strollers. Pets are welcome and encouraged! We don't have any Santa suits for the pups, but we would love to see them dressed up, too! We have added the "1-mile" walk/run/shuffle option as well. Registration is the same for both distance options. We will have turnaround points marked for both the 1-mile route and the 5K route. You decide which distance you would like to complete! PACKET/SANTA SUIT PICK UP: IN-STORE AT FLEET FEET FAYETTEVILLE: Thursday, December 10th - 11 am-6 pm & Friday, December 11th - 10 am- 6:45 pm Last-minute packet pick-up on race day (11/12) will be near the Start, from 7 am to 8 am.

Embrace the Holiday Spirit at the Frosty 5K & Reindeer Run Inman Elementary School is proud to present our Frosty 5K & 1-Mile Reindeer Run! Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 12, 2026, and get ready to kick off the festive season with a morning of community, fitness, and holiday cheer. Whether you are looking to set a personal record or enjoy a fun morning out with the family, we have an event for everyone: The Frosty 5K: A thrilling, multi-surface race blending grass, gravel, and pavement. It is widely known as one of the most scenic courses in the county! The 1-Mile Reindeer Run: A fun, high-energy option perfect for kids, walkers, and families looking to spread holiday cheer. Race Day Schedule & Timing Frosty 5K: Starts promptly at 8:30 AM. 1-Mile Reindeer Run: Starts promptly at 8:35 AM. Please arrive early to pick up your packet, warm up, and find your spot at the starting line. Why Run With Us? Earn Your Points: This event is a proud part of the prestigious Kiwanis Grand Prix Series. Festive Fun: Holiday-themed attire and reindeer antlers are highly encouraged! Support: Support Inman Elementary school and our students! Fitness: Get out and enjoy a run with others! Start your Saturday with a run for you! Lace up your running shoes and join the Inman Elementary community for a winter race tradition you won't want to miss! **Please note that registrations after November 14 will not include a race shirt. Thank you for understanding order timeline**

Join us for the annual Candy Cane Course 5k/10k/15k!  A fun, Christmas-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $22! 5k/10k/15k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to

Come out and support your local community in the effort to raise awareness for and support to Stop Human Trafficking. This is a beautiful 5k passing through the campus of Methodist University. Good times and a good cause to support! Wonderful partnership with the WORTH Court and the Child Advocacy Center.

The Sirens and Sluggers 5K is a premier community event presented in proud partnership with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers and benefitting the Fayetteville Police Benevolent Fund. The race will start outside the stadium and send runners through downtown and back passing by the Fay PD building and finishing inside Segra Stadium for a unique finish line experience. Participants get shirts and race finishers will be presented with a finisher medal! Local businesses interested in sponsoring should reach out! Sponsor packages available. Uniting minor league baseball enthusiasm with dedication to our civic heroes, this race brings together community members, first responders, and local businesses for a high-energy morning celebrating health, camaraderie, and public service. Proceeds directly support the Fayetteville Police Benevolence Fund, providing vital resources including: Emergency Relief: Financial assistance to officers and their families during critical illness, catastrophic injury, line-of-duty tragedy, or sudden hardship.Education & Scholarships: Academic and college scholarship awards for the children of active and fallen officers.Officer Wellness: Mental health, peer-support, and physical wellness initiatives for our local department.Memorial Support: Honoring fallen officers and preserving their legacy of dedicated service to Fayetteville.

In Nepal's folklore, Yeti is an "abominable Snowman", who looks like an ape, is taller than an average human, and is believed to live in the Himalayas, Siberia, Central and East Asia. Yeti, during pre-19th century, has been believed to be a "Glacier Being" who was worshipped by the indigenous communities. However, in Northwest, AR, he is a cute big fellar that we can't wait to see this February 27th, 2027 to playfully run from him, take pictures with him, high-five him, and have a chilly party with him! Freddie is excited to come to Fayetteville for the SECOND time and CANNOT wait to see you! Come join us and: Run/Walk/Jog/CartwheelEarn Your Comfy HoodieChoose Between One of the Bonus SwagEnjoy Tasty Treats and FoodWear WHITE to match Freddie!AND Dance to Some YETI MUSIC

Come join us for the 2027 Spring Hill Sun Run on Friday, March 5, 2027! Get ready for an exciting evening of RUNNING, COLOR, FITNESS, FAMILY, and SPRING HILL FUN! This year’s event features two great races: our 1 Mile Fun Color Run and the Spring Hill Sun Run 5K! 📍 Spring Hill Elementary School 100 Bradford Square Fayetteville, GA 30215 🎨 1 MILE FUN COLOR RUN Get ready to RUN, LAUGH, and GET COLORFUL! Participants can race, jog, walk, or dance their way through one mile while getting blasted with colorful powder at stations throughout the course. Wear a WHITE SHIRT so the colors really POP, and come prepared to get MESSY! 1 Mile Fun Run Course: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/350011998 ☀️ SPRING HILL SUN RUN 5K Ready for a bigger challenge? Lace up your running shoes for 3.1 miles at the Spring Hill Sun Run 5K! Whether you’re chasing a personal best, running with family and friends, or walking the course, runners and walkers of all ages and ability levels are welcome! 5K Race Course: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/297710597 💲 REGISTRATION 5K or 1 Mile Fun Color Run: $25 per person Race Day Registration: $30 per person Family Registration Cap: $100 ⏰ EVENT SCHEDULE 4:00 PM — Check-In & Registration Opens 4:30 PM — Warm-Up by the School Entrance 5:00 PM — 1 Mile Fun Color Run Starts 🎨 5:30 PM — Spring Hill Sun Run 5K Starts ☀️ 6:00–7:00 PM — Awards & Door Prizes 🎁 EVERY REGISTERED PARTICIPANT RECEIVES: 👕 Official Sun Run T-Shirt Deadline to receive a shirt is February 13! 🎁 Swag Bag 🎟️ Entry into our Raffle Drawing for prizes, business coupons, and more! 🏆 Top runners in each age group will be recognized! 🏅 RACE MEDALS WILL BE GIVEN TO THE FIRST 200 5K FINISHERS! The Spring Hill Sun Run is brought to you by Spring Hill Elementary School and the Peachtree City Rotary Club and would not be possible without the tremendous support of our Spring Hill staff, students, families, amazing volunteers, and generous sponsors. Bring the family, invite your friends, and come enjoy an awesome evening with the Spring Hill community! ☀️ TWO GREAT RACES. ONE AWESOME NIGHT. 🎨 GET COLORFUL. GET MOVING. RUN WITH THE SUNS! ☀️

We are excited to return to Carver's Creek State Park for Run Stubborn 25/50k for a second year! Last year was a blast and this year we have a surprise for you! This year the course will be ran in reverse and those who complete the course in both directions back to back years will earn a special challenge award! Are you hardy, persistent and stubborn enough to take on parts of the state park that aren't open to the public? If so, then this is the race for you! During this event you'll get to run some of the already known trails and then get adventurous on some special trails that you've not experienced before! This will be an old school, runner oriented race that will surely be a part of your 2027 race schedule! We have designed a fabulous course that will take you to places that you didn't know existed and we are super excited for everyone to experience Carver's Creek like never before! During the event you'll pass by several lakes and ponds as you enjoy some really runnable technical trail. There are no out and backs or two way traffic. Folks, this is a true 16 mile loop! You will run two laps for the 50k and there will be a hard cutoff to start the second loop. 50k runners have 9hrs to finish. Want to take your time or put on a ruck? You'll have the entire time to complete the 25k Only Cani-Cross dogs allowed. No children under 14 years of age for this event. All entrants will receive a race shirt and event finishers will get an awesome medal! Follow us at Stubborn Donkey Running for more information!! Stubborn Donkey Running

The Free Run 5K will take place in historic Downtown Fayetteville, NC, and is designed to capture the true feeling of being FREE through movement. Starting and finishing at North South Brewing Company, runners will take on closed city streets through the heart of downtown, passing iconic Fayetteville landmarks, including the historic Market House. Race packet Pick-Up will be 11-12 March 2pm to 7pm @ North South Brewing. In person and Virtual runners will receive a T-Shirt and finisher medal. Virtual packets will be mailed 1-2 week before race day. More than just a 5K, the Free Run is about bringing people together. Whether you’re an experienced runner, just getting started, or simply looking for a reason to move, everyone has a place at the starting line. Different backgrounds. Different beginnings. One community. Run your pace. Run your race. Run FREE.

​The race offers two race distances, our 10 miler and 3 miler. 10 miler: If you are a local CNY runner, you know about our own little backyard gem - Green Lakes.  This race will take you through all the twists and turns of this beautiful park. The race starts at the sandy beach of Green Lakes and slowly winds its way around Round Lake and up towards, as the locals call it, the Serengeti. The race continues its way around the top before its descent to the lakes back to the beach. 3 miler:  Want to try your hand at trail racing; however, you want a shorter race distance? Test out racing around the 2 lakes!   The race starts at the sandy beach of Green Lakes and slowly winds its way around round lake and back to the beach. *Considerations before registering. Pease wear the appropriate footwear, and note that there is potential for injury.  When you register for the event you agree to release Miles & Macros, LLC, Sand to Serengeti, and all of it's affiliates of any liability.

YMCA Race Weekend is an amazing event that last all weekend.  Starting with  Saturday's Sprint Triathlon/Aqua-Bike/Aqua-Run/Relay, we continue the festivities and competition with Sunday's 8K Trail Race.

Lace up and hit the pavement for the annual Juneteenth 5K! We’re taking over the streets of downtown Fayetteville for a morning of celebration, community, and pure speed. Whether you’re chasing a Personal Best on our lightning-fast flat route or just here for the vibes at the start/finish line, this is the place to be. Run, Walk or stroll! The best part? Every step you take helps fund the Fayetteville Alumni Chapter Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. scholarship fund. Run for the culture, stay for the cause!