Hendersonville, North Carolina (United States of America) - "Black Bear Half Marathon and 8k". Join us for the 6th Annual Black Bear Half Marathon and 8k presented by Hunter Subaru! The Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k is an exhilarating fall event that beckons both seasoned athletes and recreational runners alike. Nestled within the charm and beauty of Hendersonville, North Carolina, this race offers participants a unique opportunity to challenge their limits while immersing themselves in the splendor of the autumn season. Whether conquering the half marathon's 13.1-mile stretch or embracing the spirited atmosphere of the 8k, participants love supportive community vibe, scenic course, and post-race festivities. Both courses are USATF Sanctioned and Certified. https://idaph.net/black-bear-half-marathon

Hendersonville, North Carolina (United States of America) - "TreeTops 8.5 Mile Trail Race". Join us Saturday, October 18, 2025 for the 3rd Annual TreeTops 8.5 Mile Trail Race in DuPont State Recreational Forest near Brevard, North Carolina! This race offers a unique opportunity to explore the spectacular 10,000 acres of rolling hills and towering trees that make up this beautiful forest. Take on the 8.5 mile challenging trail race - but beware! With nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain it's no walk in the park! Join us at the Dupont Forest Festival afterwards from 10am - 3pm to visit with vendors, hike, yoga, bike, hunt waterfalls and learn outdoor recreation tips to last you a lifetime. Admission to the festival is FREE! The TreeTops Trail Race is not just any ordinary event - it's an exclusive experience only available within Dupont State Forest! So don't miss out on this tree-mendous event and join us for an unforgettable journey through DuPont State Forest - roots down, branches up! https://idaph.net/treetops-trail-race

Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina (United States of America) - "Run Ocean Isle Beach". Very important: This is registration for the 2025 event! Join us for our 12th anniversary of the BAM Race Series in Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina. BAM is short for #BigAssMedals, and our 12th anniversary finisher medals do not disappoint. Ocean Isle Beach is a beautiful coastal island in southeast North Carolina. Our courses take you through some beautiful communities, and the half marathon takes you around most of the island with unforgettable oceanfront views. We host a half marathon, 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile in late October when the average temperatures are a high of 75 and a low of 56. www.runsignup.com/Race/NC/OceanIsleBeach/RunOceanIsleBeach?aflt_token=Nktw0AUB3nF4FPeh7Y7AWqQewFdw9sGt

Rural Hall, North Carolina (United States of America) - "Flat and Fast Rural Hall 5K 10K". This is the 18th running of this event and as usual, all race proceeds benefit the Rural Hall Elementary School. Both the 5K & 10K are USA Track & Field certified with a gun start and chip timing for accurate results. The 10K starts at 8am with the 5K at 8:15am to allow couples or friends to arrive together and run the same or different races. Our 5K is perfect for younger runners, walkers wanting to support the school, families including jogging strollers, injured runners or as a recovery race after a tougher summer ordeal due to it's totally FLAT 5K course! Our 10K is a bit more challenging with three hills at the front end of the course, but still is relatively flat for this area and boasts some of the best 10K times that many of our runners have accomplished to date! This year will once again feature our Hanes Sport (TM) Cool Dri High Tech moisture wicking shirts rated 50 UPF for UV ray protection for adult sizes and cotton Ts for youth sizes, both in the bright red school colors! Location of parking, start & finish lines: Mayflower Seafood Restaurant Parking Lot, 664 Montroyal Road, Rural Hall, NC. Registration Fees: 5K Race (walk or run): Young Runner Registration (5 to 12 Years): $10 thru Race Day Walk Up, Age 13+ Registration: $25 thru Oct 22 at 6pm, then $30 to and including race day walk up. 10K Race All Ages: $30 thru Oct 22 at 6pm, $35 to and including race day walk up registration. Pre-Registered Early Packet Pickup Thursday, October 23 Noon thru 5:00PM or Friday, October 24 from 8:30am to 5:00pm at Carolina Farm Credit, 340 Bethania-Rural Hall Road, Rural Hall, NC 27045. On race day, runners pre-registered thru October 25 skip the line and grab a fast pre-packed packet in the "pre-registered" express tables inside the Mayflower. 165 TOTAL AWARDS for the FLAT & FAST RURAL HALL 5k-10k: 12 TROPHIES: Top 3 male runners and 3 female runners for each race (5K & 10K). 150 MEDALS: Olympic Style Gold, Silver, & Bronze to the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers in each race (5K & 10K) for the following age groups: 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, Masters 70+. Also: for the 5K only (under age 10, and age 10-14), and for the 10K only (under age 15). 3 CASH AWARDS COSTUME CONTEST: 5K only - (optional) Halloween costume judging just before the race with cash prizes for the best costumes: $20, $30, & $50 for 3rd, 2nd, and First Place! Other runners benefits: Inside registration & restrooms with doughnuts and hot coffee. A water bottle for every runner at the finish line and a fully stocked food tent with plenty of Krispy Kreme doughnuts, cookies, fresh fruit, Gatorade, and many more yummy treats! Cheerleaders greet every runner at the finish line! Photo ops as we award more than half of our participants on average! Chip timing for accurate, instant race results! Outside restrooms for social distancing or for a quick break just before the race begins! www.runsignup.com/Race/NC/RuralHall/FlatandFastRuralHall5K10K

Elizabethtown, North Carolina (United States of America) - "Cape Fear Haunted Wine Run 5k". Like Running or Walking? Love Wine? This race is for you! Join us on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 9:00am for another exciting "Halloween themed" event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of the Cape Fear Vineyard & Winery! We are excited to host this event at a refined resort with a winery, distillery, museum, restaurant, tasting room, spa, ample event space, and the Tipsy Toad Gallery. Whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com. Registration includes a super soft ring spun cotton t-shirt, shatterproof, collapsible, and portable wine glass, wine glass shaped finisher medal, chip timed 5k run/walk, online posted results, and of course, a pour of wine! www.winerun5k.com