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Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
USCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running races in Charlotte
12 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 40 races in Charlotte with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions40Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,550 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Pie Gobbler de charlotte
Charlotte, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km15 km10 km5 km+1
City RunPublic Park
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Semi-Marathon de Charlotte Corporate Cup
Charlotte, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
City RunRelay
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Charlotte RaceFest at SouthPark Half Marathon and 10K
Charlotte, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadRelay+1
Photo: Gafoto · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
River Jam Run - Race Edition (July)
Charlotte, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+1
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
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
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
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
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 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 |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Pie Gobbler de charlotte | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 21.1 km15 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Semi-Marathon de Charlotte Corporate Cup | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Charlotte RaceFest at SouthPark Half Marathon and 10K | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | River Jam Run - Race Edition (July) | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Trail Running | 10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Charlotte (North Carolina, Mecklenburg County, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 40 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include West Ocean City, Richmond, and Santa Ynez. Notable events in the selection include Charlotte Marathon, Pie Gobbler de charlotte, and Semi-Marathon de Charlotte Corporate Cup.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 163.7 km, reaching up to +1,550 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Charlotte 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 Charlotte?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 40 individual races in Charlotte. A total of 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Charlotte Marathon, Pie Gobbler de charlotte, and Semi-Marathon de Charlotte Corporate Cup.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Charlotte?
Events in Charlotte focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 163.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include West Ocean City, Richmond, and Santa Ynez.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Charlotte?
The most selective courses in Charlotte climb up to +1,550 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 Charlotte?
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.