Wake County
Walking Events Calendar near Wake County 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Wake County for 2026-2027! We've gathered 32 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
October 2026
Walkers have 5K and 13.1 Miles options starting at 9300 Deponie Dr, Raleigh on a clear marked course. Water is limited to lap ends and the finish and staff is minimal and EMS is not on site.
Walkers can choose the 5K course or the untimed 1 Miles fun walk at E. Carroll Joyner Park in Wake Forest. The event is family friendly and benefits Mercy Health Clinic.
November 2026
Walkers can join the Solar Strides 5K Walk and Run covering 3.1 Miles, with start location at 230 E Cameron Ave in Chapel Hill alongside the running races. Bib collection is at check in and a virtual 3.1 Miles option is available for remote w..
Walkers can choose in person or virtual 5K, 10K, or 15K courses at Fred G. Bond Metro Park, start address 801 High House Rd., Cary NC. Parents in the 5K, 10K, or Fun Mile may push small children in strollers, and each child must be regist..
Walk options 5K and 10K at 9300 Deponie Dr, Raleigh NC on a lap course with limited water at lap end and finish; plan for weather and minimal on site staff.
Oakwood24 is a 24 hour Run/Walk at Lakeside Retreats on unpaved trails with distance, time and relay options suitable for walkers alongside runners. The venue has camping, ample parking, family friendly activities and a Remembrance Hour.
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or 13.1 trail routes through Umstead Park, with check in and parking at RallyPoint Sports Grill and bus transport to and from the race start and finish.
December 2026
Walkers can use the 5K out and back course starting at mile 0 of the American Tobacco Trail at Morehead Ave and Blackwell St. Street parking is available nearby, there is a water station on course and bagels and bananas at start and finish.
April 2027
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K (with a 5K split), Fun Mile, or Kids in Strollers routes around the North Scott Wake Tech campus at 6600 Louisburg Rd, Raleigh. Both in person and virtual options are available and finishers receive a medal..
May 2027