North Carolina
North Carolina Walking Events Calendar 2026-2027
Monthly updates for North Carolina
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Explore the best walking events in North Carolina for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 214 great walks across the region. Find your next walk in North Carolina below and join the walking community at these great events!
October 2026
Walkers can use the 5K or 10K routes starting at 355 M.L.K. Jr. St in Boone, NC on clearly marked local roads. Water is limited to lap ends and the finish and EMS is not on site, so walkers should plan for weather and bring supplies.
An accessible one mile walk at Jacksonville Commons Recreation Complex in Jacksonville NC on a smooth, family friendly course suitable for strollers, wheelchairs and walkers. Walkers should bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes and a lawn chair as f..
Making Strides of the Triangle is a community breast cancer walk that begins at Durham Bulls Athletic Park in Durham, NC. Participants may register online for easy check in; the walk is not a race, walkers can stop as needed and a survivor area and e..
The non timed 5k of 3.1 Miles follows mixed hard surface and wooded trails near 1601 Forney Creek Pkwy, Denver NC. Walkers should expect uneven footing, natural obstacles, and that the course is not stroller friendly.
Walkers can choose a 1 Miles fun walk on the Greenway at 1875 Simonton Rd, Statesville, NC, with stroller friendly terrain. No dogs allowed and the first 10 participants receive a free pair of Feetures socks; walkers join alongside the running ra..
Walkers can choose 5K or 1 Mile courses starting at 107 S. York St, Windsor NC. Entry fees apply, children four and younger are free, and the events support the Good Shepherd Food Pantry.
Walkers follow a 3.1 Miles route from Compass Pointe Grand Lanai through the neighborhoods of Compass Pointe alongside the running race. Registration includes an official shirt and finisher medal and the event is private to residents and invited gu..
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.
Walkers may choose the 5K route through scenic South Park neighborhoods or the shorter 1K course near Fairview Road, both starting at Fairview Plaza in Charlotte. Routes run alongside the running races with music and activities.
The event offers a 3k community walk starting at Cabo Fish Taco, 11611 N Community House Rd, Charlotte NC. The course runs alongside the 5K event and features music, games, food and drink.
Walkers can join the 5K from Primal Brewery Belmont on Ervin Street in Belmont NC, walk with dogs on the event course and enjoy vendors, raffles and refreshments afterward.
November 2026
Fully supported 24 hour event at Tideland Trailhead in Cedar Point NC on a USATF certified 1.37779 mile loop through salt marsh and forest on crushed gravel with bridges. Walkers may walk as much as they like and will see changing tides and abundan..
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles routes starting at 799 Pennsylvania Ave in Rocky Mount NC. Courses are clear with water only at lap finishes and no on site EMS, so walkers should carry water and plan for weather.
A community walk at McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte held alongside the 5K run. Walkers will find on-site resources including a resource fair and community activities.
Walkers can choose the 5k along the family friendly greenway at Mills River Park, a flat course with surrounding mountain views. There is an untimed 1/2 mile fun loop for kids or shorter walkers, a water station around mile 1.5, and strollers..
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..