Running of the Bulls 8K
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Event overview
The Running of the Bulls 8K takes place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Durham, NC. The event is the 18th running and is based at Historic Durham Athletic Park, ZIP 27701. The race schedule includes multiple events for adults and children.
Distances and entry
- 8K Road Race - entry fee $40.
- Kids Run (Age 0-6) - entry fee $10.
- Kids Run (Age 7-12) - entry fee $10.
Registration opens February 1, 2026. The listing shows available spots for each event.
Course, rules and facilities
The course passes through downtown Durham, the American Tobacco Campus, Trinity Park and Old North Durham neighborhoods, and finishes with a lap of the warning track inside Old Durham Athletic Park. Strollers are permitted. Dogs and headphones are not permitted.
Organizers and sponsors
The event is presented by Bull City Running Co. and presented in association with the Law Office of James Scott Farrin. Additional sponsors include Brooks Running, Tailwind Nutrition, The Endurance Collective and Crank Arm Brewing. A MapMyRun course map is available for the route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
