Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Lace up your sneakers for the spookiest sprint & stroll of the season! Costumes are encouraged, community spirit is welcomed, and the real treat is helping to provide Marshall County teens with some holiday magic! Awards for Top 3 Finishers in these Age Groups Male and Female & First place overall Male & Female walker/runner: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50+ This 5k may course through various terrains including woods, gravel roads, paved surfaces, and open fields. ONLY SERVICE DOGS PERMITTED Refund Policy All entry fees are non-refundable. If we are unable to hold an in-person race for ANY reason (i.e. unforeseen emergencies or acts of God), registrations will be converted to a non-refundable virtual event, as opposed to rescheduling. Information will be sent out in regard to the event needing to take place virtually.

Race Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM Registration Opens: May 1, 2026 Join us for a 5K run/walk celebrating the Day of the Dead. Run through picturesque Heritage Park and on the streets of Wheeling. Enjoy music and entertainment along the course. Hang out after the race for awards, music and food. Strollers and wagons are welcome. No pets allowed. All participants will receive the following with their entry fee: Participants who register prior to October 1, 2026 are guaranteed a shirt* Adult size shirts will be unisex adult sizingKids size shirts will be youth sizing *No additional shirts will be ordered after October 1st. Supplies are limited, register early to guarantee your shirt selection Participation medals Awards for 1st place finishersPost-race refreshment tableA party-like atmosphere on the course and post-event celebration.Professional chip timingFree photo downloads after the event

Helping Heroes is bringing back a Wheeling Favorite. It is the same race, with a similar mission: Supporting Local Veterans. This is a point-to-point road 10k with rolling hills. The Race starts in front of Bridge Street Middle. It turns left at the light and continues on National Road, through Elm Grove, Dimmydale, Woodsdale, all the way up to the Mount Wood Overlook. Then downhill on Stone Blvd into Chapline Street. Finishing with a turn onto 16th street in front of Helping Heroes new headquarters. Cut off time of 2.5 hours due to traffic restrictions

Join us for the 4th Annual Festival of Lights Twinkle Trot Fun for First-Timers: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or lacing up your sneakers for the very first time, this event is perfect for everyone. Walk, jog, or sprint through a winter wonderland. Run Amidst Holiday Magic: Experience the enchantment as you journey through a landscape adorned with millions of sparkling lights, festive displays, and heartwarming holiday music.Calling all creative spirits! Showcase your holiday decorating skills. Transform your dress into a winter wonderland of lights and decorations.All participants must have a personal light to not only guide them through the race but to make sure other participants can see them. Schedule: 2:00 pm: Registration and activities open5:00 pm: DJ and Kids Activities5:45pm : Kids and special Guests Start6:00 pm: General start This race is chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management ***You Must Register by November 10th to be guaranteed an event shirt!

Join Us for the Wheeling Turkey Trot: 5K Run/Walk & Children's Fun Run! Get ready to kick off your Thanksgiving celebrations with a spirited community event that supports the Wheeling Parks and Recreation mission: "to build healthy communities through people, parks, and programs.” Event Details: Date: Thursday, November 26thLocation: Alma Grace McDonough Center, Wheeling University Campus Schedule: 7:00 AM: Packet pickup and registration open at the McDonough Center8:30 AM: Children’s Fun Run8:30 AM: Packet pickup and registration close8:45 AM: Begin to line up at the start9:00 AM: 5K Run and Walk10:00 AM: Awards Exciting Extras: Participants in the 5K will have a chance to win fantastic prizes in a random drawing. - After the race, enjoy complimentary snacks and refreshments inside the McDonough Center, where you can mingle with fellow participants and celebrate your accomplishments.Long sleeve t-shirts are guaranteed for participants of the 5K who register by November 15th. Be sure to register early to claim your shirt! Virtual Participation: Can’t join us in person? No problem! Sign up as a "Pardoned Turkey" to participate virtually and secure a stylish event T-shirt. Your T-shirt will be available for pickup at packet pick-up, on race day at the McDonough Center, or at the Parks and Recreation office starting December 1st. Award Ceremony: Celebrate your achievements at our awards ceremony, held immediately after the race inside the McDonough Center. Packet Pick-Up Information: Early Packet Pick-Up (Recommended): Pick up your race packet at the Parks and Recreation Office located at 56 19th Street, Wheeling, WV 26003 on the following dates: Tuesday, November 24th 12 PM – 7 PMWednesday, November 25th 9 AM – 1 PM Day of Race Registration: Registration and packet pick-up will also be available at the McDonough Center from 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM on race day. NEW for 2026! 🎉 Race Day Raffle Your 5K registration automatically enters you into our Grand Prize Drawing - no additional ticket is needed! Every registered participant will have a chance to win one of three exciting grand prizes. But that’s not all! Each participant will also receive five complimentary raffle tickets to use toward drawings for a variety of additional prizes. How It Works Choose your chances: Use your five complimentary tickets however you’d like. Put all five toward one prize or spread them across multiple prizes for more chances to win! Want more chances? Purchase additional raffle tickets to increase your chances of winning while helping support the 5K. Submit your tickets: Turn in your raffle tickets during packet pickup or bring them with you on race morning. Check out the prizes: A complete list of raffle prizes will be posted as we get closer to race day. Additional Raffle Tickets 1 ticket - $1 6 tickets - $5 15 tickets - $10 35 tickets - $20 Register, grab your tickets, choose your prizes, and get ready for a chance to win!

Mental + Physical = HealthSupport NAMI Greater Wheeling and raise awareness for mental health by running or walking in our Stairs for Strides 5K.   Each participant will receive a sweat head band, wristbands, & participation medal for doing the 5K or the 1 Mile.    Schedule:Friday, May 8:NAMI's downtown Wheeling office at 1035 Chapline Street, Wheeling, WV 2600310:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Prepacket Pickup   Saturday, May 9:Heritage Port, 1200 Greater Wheeling Trail,  Wheeling, WV 260038:00 AM - Registration & Packet Pickup9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk, 5K Competitive Walk, & Family Friendly Mental Health Mile Starts10:00 AM - Food Trucks Open10:30 AM - Awards Ceremony     Awards:5K Run/Walk:Top 3 Overall Female & MaleTop 3 Female & Male in each of the following Age Groups 14-Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+ 5K Competitive Walk:Top 3 Overall Female & MaleTop 3 Female & Male in each of the following Age Groups 14-Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-

The 48th annual Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic Run and Walk will be on Saturday, May 23. This challenging course is well known for its changes in elevation. The Half Marathon Run and Walk will have prize categories (for male and female) for the Open division. Race towels, bottled water and fresh fruit will be available for participants. Participants will receive one food voucher. Pre-registered participants are guaranteed a shirt. The race committee has determined that official race medals will be given to each finisher of the 48th annual Ogden Newspapers Half Marathon Classic Run and Walk. The medals will be handed out as the participants cross the finish line.    PACKET PICKUP IS AT WESBANCO ARENA (LOBBY), 2 14th St, Wheeling, WV 26003.   Schedule:Friday, May 22, 202612:00-6:00 PM - Packet Pickup for Half Marathon, 5K, Fun Run, & Tiny Tot Trot   Saturday, May 23, 20266:00-8:00 AM - Packet Pickup for Half Marathon, 5K, & Fun Run, & Tiny Tot Trot8:00-10:30 AM - Pack

The Tough as Nails Urban Challenge presented by The Health Plan is a 20+ obstacle, 5+ mile challenge will push participants to the limit downtown in the city of Wheeling, WV on Sunday, May 24, 2026. This is a true all-round physical and mental test for 16 years or older runners, walkers, weightlifters, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone in between. Across more than six miles of body-breaking urban terrain you will traverse abandon cars, scale flood walls, climb your way over obstacles and claw your way up impossible inclines, all on your way to a triumphant finish! After working to destroy your body, we are partying with family and friends that includes food, drinks and live music.   PACKET PICKUP IS AT WESBANCO ARENA (LOBBY), 2 14th St, Wheeling, WV 26003.   Schedule:Friday, May 22:12:00-6:00 PM - Pre-Packet Pickup Saturday, May 23:6:00-10:30 AM - Pre-Packet Pickup Sunday, May 24:10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Packet Pickup12:00 PM - Wave 1 Start12:15 PM - Wave 2 Start12:30 PM - Wave 3 Sta

The Ohio Valley Trail Partners presents the 19th annual tour of the Wheeling Heritage Trail on Sunday, May 24th. The cycling festivities is held at the Heritage Port in Wheeling, 1201 Water Street, Wheeling, WV 26003.  T-Shirts are an extra $15 for sizes Small to 2X-Large.   Schedule:7:00-9:00 AM - Packet Pickup7:30 AM - 100K Bicycle Tour Starts8:30 AM - 50K Bicycle Tour Starts9:00 AM - 15K Bicycle Tour Starts12:00 PM - Live Entertainment at the Tough As Nails Event   The 100km (62 miles) ride will leave the Heritage trail for a hilly loop on country roads with a stop at Bethany College. It is a challenging ride with great SAG support. Snack and water stops will keep riders hydrated on both the 50km and 100km rides. Every participant is required to wear a helmet. Entrants under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. We ride rain or shine! All riders will enjoy a post ride lunch (included with registration cost) with live entertainment as the Tough As Nails Event will begin at 12

Race Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 8:00 AM Join us for a 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk and Kids Dash on the main runways and taxiways at Chicago Executive Airport in Wheeling, Illinois. The 5K course is USATF Certified, and chip timed. Hang out after your event for podium awards, music, food, giveaways and kids' activities. Plus keep an eye out for princess and superhero guest appearances through the morning!  Strollers and wagons are welcome. No pets are allowed.  In case of inclement weather, a cancellation call will be made by 8:30AM on event day. This is a fundraising event with proceeds benefiting local aviation scholarships. As a result, no refunds will be issued, and the event will not be rescheduled. Thank you for your support!