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5K Road Races in Charlotte

12 verified events with 40 individual races (10 confirmed dates) in Charlotte complete with route maps and elevation profiles.

Events1210 confirmed dates
Competitions40Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+917 m D+Course elevation profile

Selected Events

Featured Events & Highlights

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Dates & Schedule

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November 2026

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Nov 14, 2026Charlotte MarathonCharlotte, North Carolina, US
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Nov 14, 2026Ocean City Running FestivalWest Ocean City, Maryland, US
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Nov 14, 2026Allianz Richmond MarathonRichmond, Virginia, US
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
Nov 15, 2026Madison MarathonMadison, Wisconsin, US
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026Williams Route 66 MarathonTulsa, Oklahoma, US
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Nov 21, 2026The Tour of TucsonTucson, Arizona, US
Road CyclingRoad Running
163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km
Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026Philadelphia MarathonPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, US
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km
Nov 22, 2026Space Coast MarathonCocoa Beach, Florida, US
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km
Nov 29, 2026Seattle MarathonSeattle, Washington, US
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km

Date to be announced

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Date to be announcedPie Gobbler de charlotteCharlotte, North Carolina, US
Road Running
21.1 km15 km10 km5 km
Date to be announcedSemi-Marathon de Charlotte Corporate CupCharlotte, North Carolina, US
Road Running
21.1 km5 km

December 2026

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026San Antonio MarathonSan Antonio, Texas, US
Road Running
42.2 km21.1 km5 km

Overview & Route Character

The 5K distance is both the most accessible entry point to road racing and a high-speed aerobic test for experienced runners. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this 5K Road Races in Charlotte directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 40 individual races, including 10 events with confirmed upcoming dates.

Courses span distances ranging from 1.6 km to 163.7 km and elevation gains up to +917 m. Key host locations include Charlotte, West Ocean City, Richmond, Madison. Notable events in this selection include Charlotte Marathon, Pie Gobbler de charlotte, Semi-Marathon de Charlotte Corporate Cup.

Questions & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

How many events and races are listed under 5K Road Races in Charlotte?

This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 40 individual races. Of these, 10 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 2 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.

What race distances and elevation profiles are included in 5K Road Races in Charlotte?

Races in this selection span distances of 1.6 km to 163.7 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +917 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Road Cycling.

Which host cities and flagship events stand out in 5K Road Races in Charlotte?

Top host locations include Charlotte, West Ocean City, Richmond, Madison, Tulsa. Representative events in the catalog include Charlotte Marathon, Pie Gobbler de charlotte, Semi-Marathon de Charlotte Corporate Cup, Ocean City Running Festival. The 5K distance is both the most accessible entry point to road racing and a high-speed aerobic test for experienced runners.

How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for 5K Road Races in Charlotte?

Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 40 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.

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