Hendersonville, North Carolina (United States of America) - "Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10K". Discover the beauty of the 4th annual Jump off Rock Half Marathon & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee, an endurance running event unlike any other! Experience the thrill of one of the most scenic and fastest half marathon races in the South, running downhill to downtown. The Half has garnered a reputation as the most breathtaking and picturesque downhill half marathon in the Southeast, and it's no wonder why! Starting at Jump off Rock, a national landmark and the highest peak of the Town of Laurel Park, endurance runners will be captivated by the stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the colorful blooms and blossoms of spring. Then, continue on the gently downhill and picturesque 13.1 mile route that leads straight to the heart of downtown Hendersonville at Main Street. The 10k race is fast and fun, commencing at the base of the Town of Laurel Park at the Hendersonville Family YMCA. Runners can join in with the half marathoners along the route and enjoy the beauty of the Town of Hendersonville that surrounds them. The 10k route is moderately flat and has a couple of gentle rollers throughout. Finish line festivities await all participants at the same location in Historic Downtown Hendersonville on Main Street, creating a vibrant atmosphere of celebration and camaraderie! Don't miss your chance to experience the inspiring beauty of the Jump off Rock Half Marathon & 10k, an event that promises to inspire and captivate you like no other! EXCITING NEWS: Both races are now USATF Sanctioned AND Certified! https://jumpoffrockhalfmarathon.com

Greensboro, North Carolina (United States of America) - "Elm Street Run Festival". A Grand Tour of Greensboro's Central Boulevard! Welcome to the 3rd Annual Elm Street Run Festival! This USATF certified course starts and finishes in downtown Greensboro with the 10 Mile providing a grand tour of Greensboro's central boulevard and surrounding neighborhoods. Elm Street Run Festival also offers a 5K (new to 2023), 1 Mile Youth Run, and 1 Mile Survivors, Healers and Heroes Walk for brain tumor patients, their families, friends, caretakers, as well as those who will walk in remembrance of a loved one. This event benefits TriadBeHeadStrong, a local charity supporting our region's brain and spine tumor patients and providers. www.elmstreetrun.com

Asheville, North Carolina (United States of America) - "Biltmore / Kiwanis Classic 5k/15k". This race deserves to be on every runners bucket-list and will indeed be on every runners best race list. Nestled in the blue ridge mountains, the Biltmore Estate was built for George Washington Vanderbilt II between 1889 and 1895 and holds the record of being the largest privately owned house in the United States. The Biltmore-Kiwanis Classic 15k and 5k races have been running on the estate since 1997 and act as the biggest fundraiser for Asheville's Kiwanis Club. Capped at 700 runners, register early and save with Early Bird Pricing. Both the 5k and 15k course are USATF Certified. Registration includes, t-shirt, finisher medal, collectable race bib as well as a chip-timed race on the Biltmore Estate. www.biltmorekiwanisclassic.com

Asheville, North Carolina (United States of America) - "Beer City 20k Relay & 5k". Pull together a team of 4, a team of 2 or run the single 5k option and come celebrate beer with us at one of Asheville's first breweries: Green Man Brewing! Each runner completes the same 5k course one at a time. So, grab some friends and come celebrate Beer City USA with the Beer City Relay in Asheville, NC! After your done running, enjoy the after-race party with a beer (21 and over). This takes place at the Green Man Brewery, one of Asheville's original breweries. Part of the Chasing Pints Running Series which is 6 Unique Breweries at 6 Unique Races. It's Western North Carolina's newest way to race to the taps! The Chasing Pints Running Series includes six different brewery races across Western North Carolina with a variety of distances! Explore new breweries, get your miles in, and toast to your achievement at the finish line with a different beer from a different craft brewery. Every race in this series includes a post-race beer in registration for runners that are 21+. Become a Six Pack OR Partial Pack Runner for savings and special prizes! The Beer City Relay in Asheville is one of the two spring races in the Chasing Pints running series. www.kickitevents.com/beer-city-relay

Monroe, North Carolina (United States of America) - "Momentus Backyard Ultra". We are excited to announce the inaugural Momentus Backyard Ultra, Charlotte area's ONLY Backyard Ultra! While Backyard Ultras are usually considered "Ultra" or "endurance" events, this event is for EVERYONE who wants to challenge themselves. Whether you run 4 miles or 100 miles, you will find an epic experience at the Momentus Backyard Ultra. Race Details: Race begins at 8:00am. ALL competitors must be on site by 7:15am. Competitors may arrive early to set up their camp spots or personal aid stations. Who Can Run? The Momentus Backyard Ultra is open to ALL abilities of runners. We challenge you to run just a little further than your personal record. The only requirement is the competitors must complete each loop (4.167 miles) within one hour in order to continue the race. Race course will be posted soon, but the race is held on private property so runners will NOT be able to preview the course before the event. Backyard Ultra Rules: So what is a Backyard Ultra? Read the official Backyard Ultra rules below: The course is 4.167 miles long. Runners must complete the course, or loop, within the hour. Runners must be in the start box at the top of the hour. Any runner not in the start box by the time the next loop starts will receive a DNF. Each loop starts at the top of the hour. 3, 2 and 1 minute warnings will be given. Runners have 1 hour to complete each loop. If a runner finishes before the hour is up, they can use that additional time however they like but must report back to the start box before the next loop starts. All loops must be completed within one hour to be counted, including this last loop. Competitors may not leave the course during a loop. No assistance can be provided on the course; runner cannot take aid or hand off gear to any person during the loop. Runners may only receive aid after they complete a loop and before re-entering the start box for the next loop. No non-competitors, including eliminated runners, are permitted on the course at any time. Cheering and spectating is allowed from the Race Headquarters / Race Village ONLY. Slower runners must allow others to pass. No artificial aids (including trekking poles). If no runner can complete one more loop within one hour, there is no winner. Other Rules: All registered runners will receive one parking pass, one camping pass, and two additional spectator passes. All runners can bring two support team members to aid them during their run. Additional spectators will be required to purchase a parking pass to be allowed on site. This is a cupless race - Runners are required to bring their own refillable water cup / bottle or vest. We will have water refilling stations for REGISTERED RUNNERS ONLY. Spectators and support team are expected to be fully self sufficient. Runners are required to bring any food, fuel or other beverages they need for the entirety of the event. All runners must use a headlamp or carry personal lighting after dark. This is NON-NEGOTIABLE. www.runsignup.com/race/nc/monroe/backyardultra