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Walking Events Calendar near Charlotte 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Charlotte for 2026-2027! We've gathered 55 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
August 2026
Walkers can choose measured 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles routes starting at 760 Orphanage Rd in Concord NC alongside the running races. The course is clear and low pressure but water is limited to lap ends and the finish so walkers should plan..
Walkers can choose 50K, 25K or 5K at Rocky Branch Park in Belmont, NC on marked trail loops. Terrain includes roots, rocks and climbs with 3.24 mile laps and 293 foot gain per lap; aid stations supply water, snacks and first aid, trekking poles..
Walkers can take the 5k course of 3.1 Miles starting at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Lincolnton and following part of the paved Marcia H. Cloninger Rail Trail. The rail trail is a 1.5 mile paved path with benches and town views, and packet pickup..
Walkers follow a 3.1 Miles route from Carmel Middle School through 25 of Charlotte's tree lined neighborhoods, with music, food and family activities at the revel. The course is open to traffic so walkers must obey local traffic laws.
Walkers can complete the 5K obstacle mud course at Porter Farms in Concord, featuring 18+ obstacles, mud pits, hydration points and rinse off stations. The course is open to women of all ages and can be walked alongside runners.
September 2026
Walkers can take part in a 5K walk at McAlpine Creek Park (8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC). The walk is held alongside the 5K race and benefits the Community Kitchen Program; youth 14 to 18 may request scholarships for the entry fee.
Walkers can complete the 3.1 Miles route beginning at Saint Philip Neri Catholic Church in Fort Mill, and the course is a timed run and walk that includes a fun run. Adult participants receive a T shirt while supplies last, and registration and p..
Walkers can take part in a 5K or a 1 Mile kids course on the Rock Hill York County Airport runway at 550 Airport Rd, using the airport's 5,500 foot runway. Participants in all distances receive a shirt and finisher medal.
Walkers follow a 5K course from Monroe Aquatic & Fitness Center through neighborhood streets, the Greenway behind Williams Road, and Williams Athletic Complex, mostly flat with a few long rolling hills (max 75 ft). Packet pickup race morning..
The event offers a 5K walk on closed ROVAL at Charlotte Motor Speedway, starting on Pit Road and passing the infield course and banked turns. It welcomes walkers, strollers and handcycles and requires registration for track access.
Walkers can take the 1 mile roll walk route at Carolinas Rehab Charlotte along the Greenway, with accessible paths for wheelchair users and ambulatory visitors. The event is free with parking zones and onsite unloading, and registered participant..
Walkers join the Charlotte ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk alongside runners, starting at Armored Cow Brewing Co., JW Clay Boulevard in Charlotte, NC. Event contact is ZERO Prostate Cancer.