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Fargo Marathon
West Fargo, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+2
City RunKids & Youth Races+3
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Running Races in North Dakota
12 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 45 races in North Dakota with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions45Races & courses
Distances0.8 - 186 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,647 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Maah Daah Hey Trail Races
Medora, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
186 km93 km42 km21 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
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The Bismarck Marathon
Bismarck, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: Parkywiki · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Firecracker Run/Walk
Grand Forks, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesCity Run+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
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Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+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
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Fargo Marathon | West Fargo, North Dakota, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Maah Daah Hey Trail Races | Medora, North Dakota, US | Trail Running | 186 km93 km42 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | The Bismarck Marathon | Bismarck, North Dakota, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Firecracker Run/Walk | Grand Forks, North Dakota, US | Road Running | 10 km5 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 region of North Dakota (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 45 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 Fargo, Medora, Bismarck, and Grand Forks. Notable events in the selection include Fargo Marathon, Maah Daah Hey Trail Races, and The Bismarck Marathon.
Race distances span from 0.8 km to 186 km, reaching up to +3,647 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for North Dakota 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 North Dakota?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 45 individual races in North Dakota. 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 Fargo Marathon, Maah Daah Hey Trail Races, and The Bismarck Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in North Dakota?
Events in North Dakota focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 0.8 km entry-level races up to 186 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include West Fargo, Medora, Bismarck, and Grand Forks.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in North Dakota?
The most selective courses in North Dakota climb up to +3,647 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 North Dakota?
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.