Greensboro Half Marathon

Greensboro Half Marathon, 5K & 1 Mile – November 21, 2026 Looking for a beginner-friendly fall half marathon in North Carolina? The Greensboro Half Marathon, 5K, & 1 Mile returns on Saturday, November 21, 2026, with a fast, USA Track & Field certified course that’s perfect for PRs and fall racing goals. Featuring just 300 feet of total elevation gain, this race is designed to be approachable for beginners and exciting for experienced runners chasing speed. As part of the North Carolina Road Mega Medal Series, every distance offers participants the chance to earn a unique finisher medal and be part of one of the state’s most popular medal challenges. Why Runners Love the Greensboro Half Marathon Beginner-friendly & fast: With only 300 feet of elevation gain, this is a great half marathon for first-timers or those chasing a PR. Perfect fall weather: Skip the summer heat—enjoy cooler temps and crisp November race conditions. USA Track & Field certified: Your results count for official records and qualifying purposes for the half marathon and 5 Mile. North Carolina Road Mega Medal Series : Collect this race’s medal as part of the multi-race puzzle series. Quality swag: All participants receive a custom race shirt and a unique finisher medal. Community impact: Proudly partnered with A Simple Gesture, helping fight food insecurity in Greensboro during the Thanksgiving season. Options for all runners: Choose from the Half Marathon, 5K, or 1 Mile distance for a race that fits your goals. Race Details Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026 Location: Greensboro, North Carolina Distances: Half Marathon | 5K | 1 Mile Course: Fast, beginner-friendly, and USATF-certified with just 300 feet of elevation gain. Series: Part of the North Carolina Road Mega Medal Series Only Fools Run Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K in March Pig Pounder Brewery 5K in April Elm Street Run Fest in May Greensboro Distilling Speakeasy 5K in June Greensboro Half Marathon, 5K, & 1 Mile in November Whether you’re running your first race, chasing a new personal best, or joining friends and family for a fun community event, the Greensboro Half Marathon, 5K & 1 Mile is a fall road race you don’t want to miss.