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“FUEL THE FUTURE” Ultra Marathon

Ultra Marathon · 35 mi

4/4/2026 · Simpsonville, SC

Listed Mar 15, 2026

Cause DrivenBeast Mode

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Cause Driven

Join this free community ultra marathon to support the Fuel The Future Youth Program, empowering the next generation through fitness and mentorship.

Major Taylor South Carolina SEASON OPENER

48 mi · 29 mi

4/4/2026 · Hopkins, SC

Listed Feb 10, 2026

FunSteady EffortQuirkyCompetitive energy

Community Favorite

Social & Festive

Kick off the season with a fun, flat bike ride through scenic South Carolina backroads, followed by a lively cookout with good food and music.

Walhalla Elementary School 5K and Fun Run

Fun Run · 1 mi · 5K

4/4/2026 · West Union, SC

Listed Apr 10, 2025

FunEasygoing

Kids & Youth

Family Friendly

Beginner Friendly

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Join the Walhalla Elementary School 5K and Fun Run for a community-focused event perfect for families and supporting a great local cause.

2026 Easter Bunny Hop 5K Run/Walk & Kid’s Bunny Chase

Walk · 5K · Fun Run

4/4/2026 · Bluffton, SC

Listed Jan 9, 2026

FunEasygoingScenicQuirkyAwards

Family Friendly

Kids & Youth

Beginner Friendly

Walker FriendlySwag included

Hop into spring with this new, family-friendly Easter Bunny Hop 5K Run/Walk and Kids' Bunny Chase, supporting Saint Gregory the Great Catholic School in Bluffton, SC.

Hells Hills Trail Race

50 mi · 50K · 25K · 16 mi · 10K · 1 mi

4/4/2026 · Smithville, TX

Listed Nov 7, 2019

FunSerious TestQuirkyShirt

Kids & Youth

Family Friendly

Beginner Friendly

Social & FestiveSwag included

Tackle the deceivingly tough Hells Hills Trail Race, offering beautiful scenery, a strong community vibe, and distances from 10k to 50 miles for all levels.

Heart of Heath 5K & 1K Family Run

5K · 1K · 1 mi

4/4/2026 · Heath, TX

Listed Jan 6, 2022

FunEasygoingQuirkyCompetitive energyAwards

Kids & Youth

Family Friendly

Beginner Friendly

Walker FriendlySwag included

Join the inaugural Heart of Heath 5K & 1K Family Run for a community celebration with chip-timing, awards, music, vendors, and even the Easter Bunny, all benefiting local parks!

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Daytona Beach’s Easter Beach RunSponsored · Run4aCause

Walk · 4 mi · 2 mi · 0.3 mi · Fun Run

4/4/2026 · Daytona Beach, FL

Listed Apr 12, 2015

Festive SeasonalEasygoingQuirky

Kids & Youth

Family Friendly

Beginner Friendly

Walker Friendly

Join Daytona Beach's historic Easter Beach Run, offering 2-mile and 4-mile options on the sand, plus fun races for kids, all with a festive, scenic vibe.

Charlottesville Ten Miler Training Program

10 mi

3/28/2026 · Charlottesville, VA

Listed Sep 12, 2017

FunSteady EffortBeginner-friendly

Join the Charlottesville Track Club's popular 10-Miler training program, welcoming all abilities from couch to personal best, guided by experienced coaches and captains.

Training Program Azalea Trail Run 5k & 10k

10K · 5K · 1 mi · Walk

3/28/2026 · Mobile, AL

Listed Dec 1, 2025

FunSteady EffortBeginner-friendly

Join Fleet Feet Mobile's inclusive training program for the Azalea Trail Run 5K & 10K, designed to build confidence and readiness for all paces, from walkers to runners.

Rise and Rebuild 5K Run / Walk

Walk · 5K

3/28/2026 · Lynchburg, VA

Listed Nov 16, 2022

Cause DrivenEasygoingBeginner-friendly

Join the Rise and Rebuild 5K Run/Walk to help the Free Clinic of Central Virginia recover from fire damage and continue providing vital healthcare services to the underinsured community.

The Butterfly Run

3K · 1.9 mi · Walk · 1 mi

3/28/2026 · Alcoa, TN

Listed Aug 8, 2023

Cause DrivenEasygoingBeginner-friendlyScenicFestive

Join The Butterfly Run in Alcoa, TN, to support East Tennessee’s babies with special needs through a 3K race or a 1-mile celebration walk in the beautiful foothills.

The Victorian Classic 10K & 1mile

10K · 1 mi

3/28/2026 · Eureaka Springs, AR

Listed Mar 27, 2026

ScenicPush Potential

Beginner Friendly

Community Favorite

Scenic Escape

Experience the charm of Eureka Springs with The Victorian Classic 10K and 1-mile, offering a delightful run through historic surroundings.

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Race Against Gun Violence

8K · 5 mi · 5K · Walk · 2 mi

6/4/2026 · Chicago, IL

Listed Nov 26, 2024

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Lake Run Club's National Doughnut Day Run

4 mi · 2 mi · 5K · 10K

6/5/2026 · Normal, IL

Listed Apr 1, 2025

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Chicago Beer Mile Championships

1 mi · Fun Run · Walk

6/5/2026 · Chicago, IL

Listed Feb 6, 2022

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Oneness Run/Walk 2026

10K · 5K · Walk

6/6/2026 · Palatine, IL

Listed Jan 29, 2023

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The Pat Clark Cancer Foundation 5K with Double "J" hosted by Cemeno's

5K · Walk

6/6/2026 · Joliet, IL

Listed Feb 25, 2025

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Harvard Milk Days

10K · 5K · Walk · 2 mi

6/6/2026 · Harvard, IL

Listed Mar 2, 2018

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Run For Hope

5K · Walk · 2 mi · Fun Run · 0.3 mi

6/6/2026 · Fairbury, IL

Listed Mar 10, 2026

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Strawberry Strut

5 mi · 5K · Walk · 1 mi · Fun Run

6/6/2026 · Carthage, IL

Listed Mar 22, 2021

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Eckert's Belleville Farm Donut Dash 5k

Walk · 5K

6/6/2026 · Belleville, IL

Listed Jan 25, 2026

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Run 2 Ramble 5K Program

6/6/2026 · Decatur, IL

Listed Feb 11, 2026

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Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals 2026

5K · 10K · 2 mi

6/6/2026 · Wheaton, IL

Listed Dec 12, 2018

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Races for all Paces

Walk · 10K · 5K · Fun Run · 1 mi

6/6/2026 · Charleston, IL

Listed Jan 7, 2020

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CASA Color Run

5K · Walk

6/6/2026 · Sycamore, IL

Listed Mar 29, 2022

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Virginia BBQ: Redbird Run 5K Walk/Run

Walk · 5K

6/6/2026 · Virginia, IL

Listed Mar 18, 2025

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International Horseradish Festival 5K

6/6/2026 · Collinsville, IL

Listed Mar 26, 2021

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Run for Breast Cancer 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

5K · 10K · Marathon · Half Marathon · Fun Run · 1 mi · Walk

6/6/2026 · Chicago, IL

Listed Sep 9, 2025

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SuperHeroes Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

5K · 10K · Marathon · Half Marathon · Fun Run · 1 mi · Walk

6/6/2026 · Chicago, IL

Listed Sep 16, 2025

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Centennial Route 66 5K

6/6/2026 · Springfield, IL

Listed Dec 4, 2025

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Rockford Fire 911 3K Run

3K · 1.9 mi · Fun Run · Walk

6/6/2026 · Rockford, IL

Listed Feb 9, 2018

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The Princeton Mile

1 mi · 30 mi

6/6/2026 · Princeton, IL

Listed Jan 6, 2026

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DRC Rock Springs Ramble

6/6/2026 · Decatur, IL

Listed Dec 1, 2025

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Miles for Migraine Illinois

Walk · 2 mi · 5K

6/6/2026 · Chicago, IL

Listed Mar 29, 2024

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Countryside 10k

10K

6/6/2026 · Sidney, IL

Listed Apr 19, 2017

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Rock the Beat 5K

6/6/2026 · Maryville, IL

Listed Jan 21, 2026

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