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Gate River Run 15K
Jacksonville, United States
March 6, 2027Date confirmed
15 km5 km
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Running races in Jacksonville
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 39 races in Jacksonville with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions39Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 177 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,760 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Donna National Marathon
Jacksonville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
177.03 km42.2 km21.1 km5 km+2
Charity RunCity Run+2
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Community First Thanksgiving Distance Classic
Jacksonville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+2
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UCI Cheaha Challenge Granfondo
Jacksonville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160 km20 km
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+1
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Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
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Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA)
Santa Ynez, United States
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
51 km25 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2027 | Gate River Run 15K | Jacksonville, Florida, US | Road Running | 15 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Donna National Marathon | Jacksonville, Florida, US | Road Running | 177.03 km42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Community First Thanksgiving Distance Classic | Jacksonville, Florida, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | UCI Cheaha Challenge Granfondo | Jacksonville, Alabama, US | Road Cycling | 160 km20 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Philadelphia Marathon | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8.05 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Jacksonville (Florida, Duval, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 39 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Road Cycling, and Trail Running. Key host locations include West Ocean City, Charlotte, and Richmond. Notable events in the selection include Gate River Run 15K, Donna National Marathon, and Community First Thanksgiving Distance Classic.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 177 km, reaching up to +1,760 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Jacksonville includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Jacksonville?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 39 individual races in Jacksonville. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Gate River Run 15K, Donna National Marathon, and Community First Thanksgiving Distance Classic.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Jacksonville?
Events in Jacksonville focus on Road Running, Road Cycling, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 177 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include West Ocean City, Charlotte, and Richmond.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Jacksonville?
The most selective courses in Jacksonville climb up to +1,760 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Jacksonville?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.