Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Late Fall 2026 Advanced Youth Run TUESDAYS training in Apex is brought to you by Triangle Run Smart Training, presented by Pace Yourself Run Company and The Running PTs. Class is 8 weeks long, meeting once per week, and is geared toward kids aged 10-15 years old who have prior running experience and are capable of running 2 miles non-stop (at any pace). Please note that this is an Advanced Class and not appropriate for beginner runners. The goal of the class is to have fun, get healthy, and work on running speed and overall conditioning. Class will be capped at 25 registrants. *NOTE: There has been a small sub-group added to this class for the Kids Speed & Conditioning class. Both classes will meet together for warm-ups, then split off with different coaches for the main class workouts. The Kids Speed class is for ages 8-14 and for ALL levels and paces of runners. Cost of the Advanced class is $75. Cost of the Kids Speed & Conditioning class is $65. No refund and no deferral if you drop out of the class after registering. Please do not register if you're unsure of your child's schedule and have a potential conflict with another activity. Cost includes: 8 weeks of 1 coached workout per week, a season training plan with suggested workouts on non-class days as well, 20% off discount at Pace Yourself Run Company (some restrictions apply), educational information coordinated by The Running PTs, and a training shirt. If you have financial difficulty in affording a training class, please contact us. We have a donation program that can help out. Coach Mary Petersen will coach this Advanced class and Coach Tara Wind will coach the Speed & Conditioning class Program dates: October 27, 2026 - December 15, 2026, (exception: Thanksgiving week we'll meet on Monday, 11/23). 1 class per week: Tuesdays 5:45-6:45pm. The class will meet at Apex Nature Park, (2600 Evans Road, Apex, NC 27502). Kids' class code of conduct: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14deMsXZhJYGNYvXWYLM_AMU0nF-j3m0DSlVmNHMvjrQ/edit?usp=sharing Kids' Allergy Handling Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NrwBLhW5qZ1X00l3e57nHxaC33rosyuNiyuBYrBjmi4/edit?usp=sharing Please direct any questions to Training Coordinator, Kelly Svihovec: coachkelly@trianglerunsmart.com

Late Fall 2026 Kids Speed & Conditioning WEDNESDAYS training in Apex is brought to you by Triangle Run Smart Training, presented by Pace Yourself Run Company and The Running PTs. Class is 8 weeks long, meeting once per week, and is geared toward kids aged 8-14 years old of ALL levels and paces. The goal of the class is to have fun, get healthy, and work on running speed and overall conditioning. Class will be capped at 35 registrants. Cost of the class is $65. No refund and no deferral if you drop out of the class after registering. Please do not register if you're unsure of your child's schedule and have a potential conflict with another activity. No class switches after registering. Cost includes: 8 weeks of 1 coached workout per week, a season training plan with suggested workouts on non-class days as well, 20% off discount at Pace Yourself Run Company (some restrictions apply), educational information coordinated by The Running PTs, and a training shirt. If you have financial difficulty in affording a training class, please contact us. We have a donation program that can help out. Coach Kelly Svihovec will coach this class. Program dates: October 28, 2026 - December 16, 2026, (exception: Thanksgiving week we'll meet on Tuesday, 11/24). 1 class per week: Wednesdays 5:45-6:45pm. The class will meet at Apex Nature Park, (2600 Evans Road, Apex, NC 27502). Kids' class code of conduct: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14deMsXZhJYGNYvXWYLM_AMU0nF-j3m0DSlVmNHMvjrQ/edit?usp=sharing Kids' Allergy Handling Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NrwBLhW5qZ1X00l3e57nHxaC33rosyuNiyuBYrBjmi4/edit?usp=sharing Please direct any questions to Training Coordinator, Kelly Svihovec: coachkelly@trianglerunsmart.com

The 10th Annual Holly Springs Half Marathon brings you race distances of Half Marathon, 10k & 5k.  Whether you are a seasoned runner or hoping to complete your first distance race, you’ll absolutely love these course options. It offers a little bit of everything…from rolling hills to fast flats…from open neighborhood roads to greenways and down Main Street. The Holly Springs Half Marathon, 10k & 5k races introduces runners to the best that our town has to offer. All 3 races start from Ting Park, the home of Holly Springs Salamanders’ baseball stadium, tennis & pickleball, and Wake FC soccer located at the North Main Athletic Complex.  Runners will begin their journey just outside the stadium and have a fast down hill start, onto Sportsmanship Way and approach N. Main St.  Crossing Main St., for the first mile all runners will be challenged, and rewarded, by the rolling hills of Anchor Creek as they approach the entrance to Middle Creek Greenway.  From here, the 3 races spli

Winter 2026/2027 Adult Full & Half Marathon Training in Holly Springs is brought to you by Triangle Run Smart Training, presented by Pace Yourself Run Company and The Running PTs. The class is 16 weeks long and is geared toward helping adults train for a full or half marathon: be it their first or as a veteran runner looking to improve their race time. All paces are welcome! However, this class is NOT for beginner runners. You should have some prior running experience and it's advised to come into the class regularly running 10-15 miles per week for lowest injury risk as the training mileage increases throughout the season. The class will include a detailed daily plan over the 16 weeks, with 2 coached group runs per week, suggested cross-training & strength training workouts, and coach supported Saturday group long runs. Cost of the class is $85 if you register by 11/15/26. Registration cost from 11/16 - 12/20 is $90. Deadline to register is 12/20. No refund and no deferral if you drop the class after registering. If you have financial difficulty in affording a training class, please contact us. We have a donation program that can help out. Cost includes: 16-week training schedule, 2 coach-led group run workouts per week, email access to the coach throughout the program, 20% off discount at Pace Yourself Run Company (some restrictions apply), training class shirt, strength training plan, coach-led Saturday group long runs, 15% off merchandise (shirts, hats) at The Running PTs, and weekly tips and running information from your coach and The Running PTs to supplement your knowledge. Coach Dave Gross will coach this class Program dates: November 22, 2026 - March 14, 2027, (no class on Thanksgiving: Thursday, 11/26/26). Group training will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30AM-6:30AM, and there are group long runs with all fall adult classes on Saturdays at 7:30AM-9:30AM.. The class will meet on Tuesdays & Thursdays rotating locations between: Pace Yourself Run Company (242 S Main Street, Suite 102, Holly Springs, NC 27540), Womble Park (300 Stinson Avenue), and the Holly Grove Middle School track (behind the school at: 1401 Avent Ferry Road). Saturday run locations vary weekly and rotate throughout the Triangle area. Please direct any questions to Training Coordinator, Kelly Svihovec: coachkelly@trianglerunsmart.com

🐾 Welcome to the 2026 Mushing Mutts Canicross Race & Dog-Friendly 5K! Join us on Saturday, December 5, 2026, in Holly Springs, NC for an unforgettable day of trail running, dog-powered fun, and community connection — now in its 3rd year, hosted by North Carolina Urban Mushing! 🏃 Event Options: Canicross Race – A competitive, dog-powered trail run (1 dog in mushing harness connected by bungee leash to human in waist/hip belt) Dog-Friendly 5K – Open to runners and walkers with or without dogs Virtual 5K – Run from anywhere, get awesome swag, and support a great cause! 💙 Why We Run This year we’re proud to partner with Turtle Pants Farm, an all animal sanctuary and rescue adopting out cats and dogs in Pittsboro. All race profits and donations will go directly toward helping them help more animals find their best forever homes. 🎁 What's Included: Finisher medal (LOGO TO BE UPDATED SOON)Goodie bag with treats for you and your pupAwards for top 3 in each of the following in the Canicross Race: Male / Female / Non-binary / Junior / Masters categories T-Shirts will be available for Purchase on registration 🐕 What is Canicross? Canicross is dog-powered trail running: both human and dog wear harnesses connected by a bungee line and the dog is encouraged to pull you. It’s an exciting, teamwork-driven way to enjoy the trails! Canicross Class Requirements: Non-restrictive harness for your dogHands-free waist belt for the runnerBungee line connecting dog to runnerDogs must run ahead or alongside, not behind the runner 🐾 Dog-Friendly 5K Rules: Open to all runners and walkers — with or without dogsDogs must be leashed (no retractables or leashes over 6 ft)No head collars (e.g., Halti or Gentle Leaders) while running 👧 Kids & Families: We encourage Junior Participation, but request Children under 15 run with a registered adult 🏞️ Course Info: Distance: 5K Terrain: Gravel, grass, dirt, roots, and hills Trail Type: Mostly doubletrack with one singletrack uphill section Water/aid station located halfway through the course 📅 Race Day Schedule: All races are chip-timed with rolling starts to reduce crowding. Friday, December 4 📍 Packet Pickup: Bull City Running Co. (South Durham) Saturday, December 5– Race Day 🕖 7:00 AM – Parking opens 🕗 8:00 AM – On-site packet pickup 🕣 8:45 AM – Canicross race briefing 🕘 9:00 AM – Canicross race start 🕤 9:45 AM – Dog-friendly 5K briefing 🕙 10:00 AM – Dog-friendly 5K run/walk start 🕙 10:45-11 AM – Awards begin 🕙 12:00 PM – Vendor Market Closes 📸 Photography: A professional photographer will be on course. Photos will be available for purchase post-race. 🐶 Dog Policy (Very Important!): NO GREET policy – No dog-to-dog greeting, and please ask the dog's handler before any dog-to-human greetingsDogs must be leashed and under control at all times on the grounds unless you are in the designated dog parkNO RETRACTABLE LEASHES or leashes longer than 6ftBasket Muzzles allowed if they permit full pantingYou are responsible for your dog’s behavior at all times 🙋 Volunteer With Us: We need help before, during, and after the race. Volunteers receive a free race shirt. Let us know you’re interested when registering or use this link: Mushing Mutts Canicross Race and Dog Friendly 5k Volunteer Registration 🛍️ Vendor Market & Sponsors: Stick around after the race to browse our on-site holiday vendor market, featuring businesses that support dog-friendly sports and outdoor fun! Interested in becoming a vendor or sponsor? 📅 Sponsor deadline: November 15, 2026 📅 Vendor deadline: December 1, 2026 📩 Sponsor Signup Link & Sponsor Packet Link 🌦️ Weather Plan: The race will proceed rain or shine, unless extreme weather occurs In that case: We may delay the start time. If it would be unsafe even with a delay we’ll switch to a virtual format 🆘 Medical & Safety: A medic will be on-site for human injuries We will have a veterinarian on-site for minor dog emergencies Runners may carry phones; all staff will have phones In an emergency: Human: Use phone to call 911 or notify race staff Canine: Nearby Emergency vet clinics include our sponsor: Peak Paws Advanced Veterinary Hospital 🔊 Race Briefings: Safety briefings will be given before each event. We’ll cover: Course layout Known hazards Emergency procedures Race rules (passing/ect)

The 10th Annual Suggly Sweater 5K and Fun Run at Sugg Farm Park, Holly Springs will be Saturday, December 19th, 2026, at Sugg Farm Park. Come dressed in your "favorite" Ugly Sweater! Proceeds from the race go to Su|Nica to help hundreds of families get access to water in Nicaragua. The 5K event will be officially chipped and timed by Run the East. Bring your kiddos and your family to enjoy the race, fun run, and then some fun festivities after you run/walk! After the Fun Run and 5K will be a Christmas-themed Celebration with lots of great activities! Check our FB for more updates on what to expect!! Participants of the 5K can also take part in the Fun Run. Fun Run: 10:00am 5K: 10:30am Early race packet pickup Dec 18th - 4:30 to 7 pm at Pace Yourself Run Co - 242 S. Main Street, Suite 102, Holly Springs, NC 27540. If you cannot make this date, please come to the race, and you will receive your swag and bib on the day of the race. 5K Early Bird Tickets Until 10/30 - $40; Regular Rates 10/31-11/29 - $45; Last Chance Tickets 11/30 - 12/18 - $50; Day Of (If available) - $55 Family 4 Pack Tickets Available until 10/31 (Select the Multi-Person Signup to save!) Fun Run Tickets - $20

Winter 2027 Advanced Youth Run TUESDAYS training in Apex is brought to you by Triangle Run Smart Training, presented by Pace Yourself Run Company and The Running PTs. Class is 8 weeks long, meeting once per week, and is geared toward kids aged 10-15 years old who have prior running experience and are capable of running 2 miles non-stop (at any pace). Please note that this is an Advanced Class and not appropriate for beginner runners. The goal of the class is to have fun, get healthy, and work on running speed and overall conditioning. Class will be capped at 30 registrants. Cost of the class is $75. No refund and no deferral if you drop out of the class after registering. Please do not register if you're unsure of your child's schedule and have a potential conflict with another activity. Cost includes: 8 weeks of 1 coached workout per week, a season training plan with suggested workouts on non-class days as well, 20% off discount at Pace Yourself Run Company (some restrictions apply), educational information coordinated by The Running PTs, and a training shirt. If you have financial difficulty in affording a training class, please contact us. We have a donation program that can help out. Coach Mary Petersen will coach this class. Program dates: January 5, 2027 - February 23, 2027. 1 class per week: Tuesdays 5:45-6:45pm. The class will meet at Apex Nature Park, (2600 Evans Road, Apex, NC 27502). Kids' class code of conduct: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14deMsXZhJYGNYvXWYLM_AMU0nF-j3m0DSlVmNHMvjrQ/edit?usp=sharing Kids' Allergy Handling Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NrwBLhW5qZ1X00l3e57nHxaC33rosyuNiyuBYrBjmi4/edit?usp=sharing Please direct any questions to Training Coordinator, Kelly Svihovec: coachkelly@trianglerunsmart.com

Winter 2027 Kids Speed & Conditioning WEDNESDAYS training in Apex is brought to you by Triangle Run Smart Training, presented by Pace Yourself Run Company and The Running PTs. Class is 8 weeks long, meeting once per week, and is geared toward kids aged 8-14 years old of ALL levels and paces. The goal of the class is to have fun, get healthy, and work on running speed and overall conditioning. Class will be capped at 35 registrants. Cost of the class is $65. No refund and no deferral if you drop out of the class after registering. Please do not register if you're unsure of your child's schedule and have a potential conflict with another activity. No class switches after registering. Cost includes: 8 weeks of 1 coached workout per week, a season training plan with suggested workouts on non-class days as well, 20% off discount at Pace Yourself Run Company (some restrictions apply), educational information coordinated by The Running PTs, and a training shirt. If you have financial difficulty in affording a training class, please contact us. We have a donation program that can help out. Coach Kelly Svihovec will coach this class. Program dates: January 6, 2027 - February 24, 2027. 1 class per week: Wednesdays 5:45-6:45pm. The class will meet at Apex Nature Park, (2600 Evans Road, Apex, NC 27502). Kids' class code of conduct: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14deMsXZhJYGNYvXWYLM_AMU0nF-j3m0DSlVmNHMvjrQ/edit?usp=sharing Kids' Allergy Handling Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NrwBLhW5qZ1X00l3e57nHxaC33rosyuNiyuBYrBjmi4/edit?usp=sharing Please direct any questions to Training Coordinator, Kelly Svihovec: coachkelly@trianglerunsmart.com

Winter 2027 Kids Speed & Conditioning training in Cary is brought to you by Triangle Run Smart Training, presented by Pace Yourself Run Company and The Running PTs. Class is 8 weeks long, meeting once per week, and is geared toward kids aged 8-14 years old. The goal of the class is to have fun, get healthy, and work on running speed and overall conditioning. All levels and paces are welcome! Class will be capped at 40 registrants. Cost of the class is $65. No refund and no deferral if you drop out of the class after registering. Please do not register if you're unsure of your child's schedule and have a potential conflict with another activity. No class switches after registering. Cost includes: 8 weeks of 1 coached workout per week, a season training plan with suggested workouts on non-class days as well, 20% off discount at Pace Yourself Run Company (some restrictions apply), educational information coordinated by The Running PTs, and a training shirt. If you have financial difficulty in affording a training class, please contact us. We have a donation program that can help out. Coach Balaji Karthikeyan will coach this class. Program dates: January 9, 2027 - February 27, 2027. 1 class per week: Saturdays 4:00-5:00pm. The class will meet at Davis Drive Park, (1610 Davis Drive, Cary, NC 27519). (Exception: final class of the season on 2/27 will meet at the Mills Park Middle School track (441 Mills Park Drive, Cary, NC 27519) Kids' class code of conduct: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14deMsXZhJYGNYvXWYLM_AMU0nF-j3m0DSlVmNHMvjrQ/edit?usp=sharing Kids' Allergy Handling Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NrwBLhW5qZ1X00l3e57nHxaC33rosyuNiyuBYrBjmi4/edit?usp=sharing Please direct any questions to Training Coordinator, Kelly Svihovec: coachkelly@trianglerunsmart.com

Winter 2027 Kids Speed & Conditioning training in Holly Springs is brought to you by Triangle Run Smart Training, presented by Pace Yourself Run Company and The Running PTs. Class is 8 weeks long, meeting once per week, and is geared toward kids aged 8-14 years old. The goal of the class is to have fun, get healthy, and work on running speed and overall conditioning. All levels and paces are welcome! Class will be capped at 30 registrants. Cost of the class is $65. No refund and no deferral if you drop out of the class after registering. Please do not register if you're unsure of your child's schedule and have a potential conflict with another activity. No class switches after registering. Cost includes: 8 weeks of 1 coached workout per week, a season training plan with suggested workouts on non-class days as well, 20% off discount at Pace Yourself Run Company (some restrictions apply), educational information coordinated by The Running PTs, and a training shirt. If you have financial difficulty in affording a training class, please contact us. We have a donation program that can help out. Coach Balaji Karthikeyan will coach this class. Program dates: January 10, 2027 - February 28, 2027. 1 class per week: Sundays 4:00-5:00pm. The class will meet at Womble Park, (300 Stinson Avenue, Holly Springs, NC 27540). Kids' class code of conduct: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14deMsXZhJYGNYvXWYLM_AMU0nF-j3m0DSlVmNHMvjrQ/edit?usp=sharing Kids' Allergy Handling Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NrwBLhW5qZ1X00l3e57nHxaC33rosyuNiyuBYrBjmi4/edit?usp=sharing Please direct any questions to Training Coordinator, Kelly Svihovec: coachkelly@trianglerunsmart.com

Holly Springs Race Against the Sun is back for our fourth year! Join us for an epic event! We are offering a new 100 Mile option with a 30hr cutoff, so come get that buckle!!! We also offer a 24hr and 12 hour individual format. Want to run as a team? We have that too, with a 24hr 6 person or 12 hour 4person relay options. RATS has something for everyone! The course will be a 4.167 mile trail loop that runners will get to experience all the beauty Bass Lake and Sugg Farm has to offer! This is NOT a Last Man Standing event! The distance of the course is meant to be able to practice for your next Last Man Standing event and for easy pacing for our athletes. If you complete a full loop every hour, in 12 hours you will have completed 50 miles, and in 24 hours you will have completed 100 miles. Ruck division: Ruckers will have a mandatory gear check and must carry their pack every loop. * 20 lb weight requirement if you weigh <150 lbs * 30 lb weight requirement if you weight >150 lbs

SPRING  is a wonderful time of year in the state of North Carolina: the temperatures begin to warm, the days get longer, the sun shines brighter, and the TRADITION of the hometown Holly Springs "NC Spring Classic" takes place!  This local event encompasses all levels of runner and has distance options of 5k, 8k and 16k. The race starts and finishes on Main St., the perfect setting in the heart of downtown! The course takes you on a running tour through the most scenic sections of "The Springs."     2026 will be the 7th running of the NC Spring Classic, and we can't wait!   Grab your friends and join us! ____________________________________________________________________ Note: the 8k is a solid pour!  -just like we fill your pint glass at the Runner's Clubhouse in Pace Yourself!    It measures just a hair over 5 miles...so, when your watch hits 4.9 miles, keep going...and know you're getting bonus steps!