Cannonball Running Festival
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Long Life Meal Prep Cannonball Running Festival
The Long Life Meal Prep Cannonball Running Festival takes place in Greensboro, North Carolina on October 16 and 17, 2026. Races use the A & Y greenway and Country Park, with the start and finish for all events at Country Park.
Race options include:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K (Friday evening)
- Kids Dash
- Double Barrel Marathon plus 5K Challenge
- Double Barrel Half Marathon plus 5K Challenge
- Double Barrel 10K plus 5K Challenge
- Virtual event
Local craft breweries provide beverage service on Saturday. Registered participants receive two craft brews included with their registration; spectators may purchase beer and funds from those sales go to the event charity partner, Greensboro Science Center.
Registration benefits listed for participants include a custom finisher medal for most races, a runner long-sleeved shirt (guaranteed if registered at least two weeks before the event), snacks, beer for those 21 and older, and a post-race meal. The Kids Dash receives event goodies but not a medal or shirt. Double Barrel Challenge entrants receive two finisher medals and additional challenge recognition.
Age notes from event information: the half marathon is open to ages 12 and older, the marathon to ages 18 and older, and the Kids Dash to ages 15 and under. Training resources and gift voucher options are available through the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
