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Running is the world's most accessible sport: all you need is a pair of trainers and you're off. Last year, over 60 million Americans went running. There are thousands of running events in the US throughout the year, with an endless variety of options available. Get involved with 5k fun runs or charity events if you want to mix your running with fun, family, and friends. These events always have a great atmosphere, and are an amazing way to get started with running, get dressed up in fancy dress, or get covered in coloured paint, bubbles, or mud. There are longer distances available as well, so you can choose what challenge to sign up for next. 10k runs and half-marathons are hugely popular, and marathons are an amazing goal to aim for. The Boston Marathon is one of the most famous running events in the world, and is one of the six world marathon majors. Ultramarathons are for those seeking a massive test of mental and physical resilience, and often take you off-road onto trails and rural paths.
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- Berkeley Half Marathon15NOV
Berkeley Half Marathon
Running ‧ Berkeley13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.6 mi$15 – $99 - SDCCU OC Marathon8NOV
SDCCU OC Marathon
Running ‧ Newport Beach26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 3.1 mi - Grand Rapids Turkey Trot19NOV
Grand Rapids Turkey Trot
5k ‧ Grand Rapids3.1 mi • 1.0 miFree – $35C-19 Plan - Spartan Trail - San Luis Obispo Trail Half Marathon & 10K15NOV
Spartan Trail - San Luis Obispo Trail Half Marathon & 10K
Running ‧ Santa Margarita13.1 mi • 6.2 mi$20 – $84.99 - USA Women's Marathon & Half Marathon22NOV
USA Women's Marathon & Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Palm Desert26.2 mi • 13.1 mi(8) - Walnut Creek Running Festival12DEC
Walnut Creek Running Festival
Running ‧ Walnut Creek10.0 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi$55 – $75 - The Santa Rosa Full/Half Marathon & 5K/10K21NOV
The Santa Rosa Full/Half Marathon & 5K/10K
Running ‧ Santa Rosa26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi$29 – $109(1) - Oaktown Half Marathon, 5K and Stomper's Stomp14AUG2021
Oaktown Half Marathon, 5K and Stomper's Stomp
Running ‧ Oakland26.2 mi • 16.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.2 mi$9 – $98(1) - Christmas Double 15K Challenge19DEC
Christmas Double 15K Challenge
Running ‧ Palo Alto9.3 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi$49 - Encinitas Turkey Trot26NOV
Encinitas Turkey Trot
Running ‧ Encinitas6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 0.6 mi(2) - Surfers Point Marathon, Half, 10k & 5k - Virtual8NOV
Surfers Point Marathon, Half, 10k & 5k - Virtual
Running ‧ Ventura26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi$50 – $110(4) - Run Laughlin Half Marathon, 5K & 12K5DEC
Run Laughlin Half Marathon, 5K & 12K
Running ‧ Laughlin13.1 mi • 7.5 mi • 3.1 mi$35 – $70(13) - Aztlan 5K Classic Run/Walk15NOV
Aztlan 5K Classic Run/Walk
5k ‧ Monterey Park3.1 mi - USA Beach Running Championship 10K & Half Marathon22NOV
USA Beach Running Championship 10K & Half Marathon
Running ‧ Cocoa Beach13.1 mi • 6.2 mi$73 – $83 - Joshua Tree Half Marathon7NOV
Joshua Tree Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Joshua Tree13.1 mi$114 – $149 - Oakland Turkey Trot26NOV
Oakland Turkey Trot
5k ‧ Oakland3.1 mi • 0.1 mi - Spartan Race – Vermont11SEP2021
Spartan Race – Vermont
Multi-Sport ‧ Killington30.0 mi • 12.0 mi • 3.0 mi • 2.0 mi • 1.0 miC-19 Plan - Golden Gate Half Marathon & 5K1NOV
Golden Gate Half Marathon & 5K
Running ‧ San Francisco13.1 mi • 3.1 mi - Santa Barbara Red Rock Endurance Run21NOV
Santa Barbara Red Rock Endurance Run
Running ‧ Santa Barbara50.0 mi • 26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 3.1 mi$45 – $115 - Solano Turkey Trot26NOV
Solano Turkey Trot
Running ‧ Fairfield6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi - Mount Rushmore Half Marathon18SEP2021
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Keystone13.1 mi - Lake Chabot9NOV
Lake Chabot
Running ‧ Castro Valley31.1 mi • 26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 5.0 mi$35 – $40 - Run Wild - San Francisco6DEC
Run Wild - San Francisco
5k ‧ San Francisco3.1 mi • 0.0 mi$5 – $47 - Historic Murrieta Hot Springs 5k19DEC
Historic Murrieta Hot Springs 5k
5k ‧ Murrieta3.1 mi • 0.6 mi$15 – $45
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Running in the United States
In the United States alone, nearly 60 million people participated in running in 2017, making running one of the most popular sports in the country. There are tens of thousands of running events in the United States each year, from local 5ks to ultramarathons.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I start running?
Running is the most accessible sport, and the country boasts infinite opportunities to get those running shoes on with parkruns, color runs, and numerous beginner-friendly 5ks to ease you into your running journey.
To stay motivated, pick a training plan and find a friend to train and run with.
What are the top marathons in the US?
The oldest and most prestigious race in the US is the Boston Marathon in mid April. Limited to 30,000 participants, runners have to qualify to take part. To get to Boston you need a qualifying time in a certified marathon race. But, if you're not quite ready for Boston there are plenty of other epic races to choose from. Events like the New York Marathon, Marine Corps Marathon and LA Marathon also draw huge crowds of between 20,000 and 50,000 participants. Expect costumes, bands, and an electric atmosphere. You'll be having such a great time you won't even notice being overtaken by a guy dressed as Big Bird.
What types of running races are there?
There are running races for all levels, from beginners looking to complete their first race to advanced athletes looking to set a PR or pushing their mileage in an ultramarathon.
For those looking for a fun experience with friends and family, there are a number of obstacle course races or fun runs. Normal road races usually come as 5ks, 10ks, half marathons, or marathons. Ultramarathons, anything above 26.2 miles, tend to be on trails.