All Events
Running Events
Running EventsRunning Events
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.
Nearby Running Events
See all21 events found
Filter by type
Filter by location
Sort By:
Recommended
Date
Price
- SDCCU OC Marathon1MAY
SDCCU OC Marathon
Running ‧ Newport Beach26.2 mi • 13.1 mi • 3.1 mi$30 – $105C-19 Plan - Spartan Race – Vermont11SEP
Spartan Race – Vermont
Multi-Sport ‧ Killington30.0 mi • 12.0 mi • 3.0 mi • 2.0 mi • 1.0 miC-19 Plan - Oaktown Half Marathon, 5K and Stomper's Stomp14AUG
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) - Mount Rushmore Half Marathon18SEP
Mount Rushmore Half Marathon
Half Marathon ‧ Keystone13.1 mi$109 - Veterans 10K/5K7NOV
Veterans 10K/5K
Running ‧ New Orleans6.2 mi • 3.1 miC-19 Plan - Hot Cocoa Classic 5K & Marshmallow Mountain Mile6NOV
Hot Cocoa Classic 5K & Marshmallow Mountain Mile
5k ‧ Brighton4.1 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 miC-19 Plan - LifeCare Fitness Center / Banner Creek Individual / TeamTriathlon20NOV2023
LifeCare Fitness Center / Banner Creek Individual / TeamTriathlon
Running ‧ Holton6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi - Dove Dash10JUL2022
Dove Dash
Running ‧ Trabuco Canyon6.2 mi • 3.1 mi - Reindeer Run Long Beach 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon9JUN2023
Reindeer Run Long Beach 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon
Running ‧ Long Beach13.1 mi • 6.2 mi • 3.1 mi - Bergen 5K10AUG2109
Bergen 5K
5k ‧ Bergen3.1 mi$35 - McAuliffe 5K Road Race30SEP3917
McAuliffe 5K Road Race
5k ‧ Framingham3.1 mi - Sharon Heights Run To The Son April 1010APR
Sharon Heights Run To The Son April 10
Running ‧ Birmingham6.2 mi • 3.1 mi • 1.0 mi - Ironkids Florida Fun Run18APR
Ironkids Florida Fun Run
Running ‧ Haines City1.0 mi • 0.5 mi - Simple Race 5K4JUL2025
Simple Race 5K
5k ‧ Moorestown3.1 mi - SCA 5k & Kids Fun Walk1MAY2105
SCA 5k & Kids Fun Walk
5k ‧ Chambersburg3.1 mi • 1.0 mi - hollys31JUL2029
hollys
Running ‧ Laurel0.6 mi - Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Ice Palace Fun Run1FEB
Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Ice Palace Fun Run
Running ‧ Saranac Lake4.0 mi - IRONKIDS Ohio Fun Run25JUL
IRONKIDS Ohio Fun Run
Running ‧ Delaware1.0 mi • 0.5 mi - Father Joe’s Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K10MAY2023
Father Joe’s Villages Thanksgiving Day 5K
5k ‧ San Diego3.1 mi$28 – $45 - Eastern Michigan University Track & Field All Time List31JUL2026
Eastern Michigan University Track & Field All Time List
Running ‧ Ypsilanti3.1 mi • 0.5 mi - IRONKIDS Georgia Triathlon26SEP
IRONKIDS Georgia Triathlon
Running ‧ Georgia1.0 mi • 0.5 mi
Can't find an event?
Let us know the name and we'll add it as fast as possible.
We're talking Usain Bolt fast.
Showing 1 - 21 of 21 events
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.