14 running, swimming, ultra, and other events in Huntersville, North Carolina

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running, swimming, ultra, triathlon, and walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• DART Abersham Free 5k [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  DART (The Davidson Area Running Team) hosts this free event the second Saturday of every month! This is your chance to run a flat, fast, free 5K! Abersham Park has a lovely greenway that is a perfect 5k out-and-back.

  5k Run

  18520 Abersham Dr, Huntersville, North Carolina, 28036, United States
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• Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 - Lake Norman, NC [healthykidsrunningseries.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 3:00 PM

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  Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate...

  Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

  Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

  Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

  Makeup Date Information: 5/17/2026

  Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

  Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

  Kindergarten & 1st Grade

  2nd & 3rd Grade

  4th & 5th Grade

  6th to 8th Grade

  Challenger

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  Kids Run Wheelchair

  Huntersville, North Carolina, 28078, United States
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• HFFA 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 02, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  We’re reviving the legendary HFFA race series starting with a 5K, and this year we’re bringing the energy, the competition, and the community spirit back to Huntersville in a BIG way.

  This isn’t just...

  We’re reviving the legendary HFFA race series starting with a 5K, and this year we’re bringing the energy, the competition, and the community spirit back to Huntersville in a BIG way.

  This isn’t just a race — it’s an experience.

  Whether you’re chasing a PR, running your first 5K, walking with friends, or pushing a stroller, the HFFA 5K is designed for every pace and every person. We’re inviting the entire Huntersville community to show up, lace up, and be part of something special.

  🏃‍♂️ A fast, exciting course

  🎶 High-energy music & race-day vibes

  💪 Fun activities for the Family

  🍔 Food, vendors, and family-friendly fun

  🎉 An epic post-race celebration at the facility

  HFFA has a history of hosting incredible race events, and we’re proud to bring this tradition back — stronger, louder, and more community-focused than ever.

  Mark your calendars. Rally your friends. Represent your neighborhood.

  Let’s pack the course and make race day one Huntersville won’t forget.

  The HFFA 5K — where community meets competition.

  Are you in? 💥

  5k Run Walk

  11725 Verhoeff Dr, Huntersville, North Carolina, 28078, United States
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• Clock of Doom 50k [sites.google.com] [Register at ultrasignup.com]
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  Sat, May 09, 2026 at 9:00 AM

  50k Ultra

  18520 Abersham Dr, Huntersville, North Carolina, 28036, United States
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• HEROES 5K Run - Fun Walk & Pancake Breakfast [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 16, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY UNIT 321 - Huntersville

  HEROES 5K

  Run - Family Fun Walk & Pancake Breakfast

  Saturday, May 16th, 2026 (Armed Forces Day)

  Veterans/Active Military/Students - use...

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  AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY UNIT 321 - Huntersville

  HEROES 5K

  Run - Family Fun Walk & Pancake Breakfast

  Saturday, May 16th, 2026 (Armed Forces Day)

  Veterans/Active Military/Students - use coupon code: HEROES to receive a $5 discount.

  7:30AM - Registrations and packet pickup opens (race morning)

  9:00AM - 5k Timed Event & 5k Non-timed Family Walk/Run kicks off. Donation pancake breakfast opens so you can enjoy once you finish!

  10:00AM - Awards

  All proceeds benefit:

  PTSD and Recreational Programs at W.G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury, NC

  3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk

  107 Main Street, Huntersville, North Carolina, 28078, United States
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• Run White & Blue [runwhiteandblue.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 7:30 AM

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  Join us for the 9th annual Run White & Blue 7.4 Event on July 4, 2026, in Huntersville, NC. This event supports military veteran and first responder organizations in the Lake Norman region of North...

  Join us for the 9th annual Run White & Blue 7.4 Event on July 4, 2026, in Huntersville, NC. This event supports military veteran and first responder organizations in the Lake Norman region of North Carolina. Our returning beneficiaries are Purple Heart Homes and Firefighters' Burned Children Fund. Learn more about the amazing work each organization is doing and donate directly to their organization under “Donate”.

  Note - The mile and kilometer course are both double loops style courses. Each runner MUST pass the split timer under the arch at the start/finish line, or he or she will disqualify from any results. All runners will run one "outside" loop on the course passing through the finish area once and one "inside" loop until passing through the finish line. The first loop will run in the center turn lane and the second loop will run on the inside lane counterclockwise around The Park. The course will be coned and signed accordingly and protected from traffic. The outside lane will be the open traffic flow lane.

  1.7 Miles 7.4k 7.4 Miles Run

  13420 Reese Blvd W, Huntersville, North Carolina, 28078, United States
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• Huntersville Sprint Triathlon [raceroster.com]
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  Sun, Jul 12, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  Date July 12, 2026

  Time Triathlon time trial start

  begins at 7:00 AM

  Youth TRI time trial start

  begins at 9:00 AM

  Location Huntersville Family Fitness and Aquatics

  11725 Verhoeff Dr, Huntersville, NC...

  Date July 12, 2026

  Time Triathlon time trial start

  begins at 7:00 AM

  Youth TRI time trial start

  begins at 9:00 AM

  Location Huntersville Family Fitness and Aquatics

  11725 Verhoeff Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078

  Huntersville Sprint Triathlon Individual & Relay

  Open to ages 13+

  A pool swim triathlon with speedy flat and moderately hilly bike and run segments designed for both beginners and veterans alike! HFFA is a fantastic facility with a large 50m pool. There is a separate warmup pool as well as indoor bathrooms for participants and spectators. All athletes will receive a swim cap along with swag items at packet pick up.

  ONLY THE FIRST 200 PARTICIPANTS ARE GUARANTEED A SHIRT!

  Swim: 400 yds

  Race Day Swim Start Times: Athletes will be sent off every 10 seconds in order of BIB number with a few exceptions due to late registrations. First swimmer will begin at 7AM. The swim will be 400 yards (16 lengths). Participants will snake through the lanes from one end of the pool to the other. Swim caps will be provided. Swim start times will be posted online Saturday August 23 by 6pm and posted on race morning at HFFA packet & timing chip pickup pick up as well as several entry doors to the facility.

  Bike: 20K

  The 20K bike course for the Huntersville Sprint Triathlon is a one-loop design. The course is best described as moderately hilly. The roads are mostly two-lane and will be open to vehicular traffic but should be relatively light on race morning.

  Run: 5K

  The 5K run course is an out and back on roads.

  Sprint Youth TRI

  Open to ages 7-15

  A pool swim triathlon with short bike and run segments designed for our youth. All athletes will receive a swim cap along with swag items at packet pick up.

  Swim: 100 yds

  Race Day Swim Start Times: Athletes will be sent off every 10 seconds in order of BIB number with a few exceptions due to late registrations. First swimmer will begin at 9AM. The swim will be 100 yards (4 lengths). Participants will snake through the lanes from one end of the pool to the other. Swim caps will be provided. Swim start times will be posted online Saturday August 23 by 6pm and posted on race morning at HFFA packet & timing chip pickup pick up as well as several entry doors to the facility.

  Bike: 2 miles

  The 2 mile bike course for the Youth TRI is an out and back two loop course design on Verhoeff Drive.

  Run: 1 mile

  The 1 mile run course is an out and back on Verhoeff Drive.

  Thank you to our local sponsors for helping our community and contributing to our successful event! Proceeds will benefit St Jude Children's Cancer Research.

  Cycling Indoor Road Run Sprint Swim Triathlon

  11725 Verhoeff Drive, Huntersville, North Carolina, 28078, United States
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• She Tris Sprint Triathlon- Huntersville (NC) [runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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  WELCOME!

  Your journey starts here. She Tris Sprint Triathlon, all women's events, are designed for women of all skill levels, ages and backgrounds to experience triathlons in an encouraging...

  WELCOME!

  Your journey starts here. She Tris Sprint Triathlon, all women's events, are designed for women of all skill levels, ages and backgrounds to experience triathlons in an encouraging environment. Join us at all our events in 2026 in the following cities: Mount Pleasant (SC), South Charlotte (NC), Summerville (SC), Huntersville (NC), and Chapel Hill (NC).

  When you sign up for a She Tris event you receive:

  • Complimentary training plan

  • Informative clinics

  • Group support during your training

  • She Tris swim cap

  • She Tris shirt

  • Finish line photos

  • Finish line party

  • Finishers keepsake

  WOMEN'S TRIATHLON

  Course Distance: 250 YARD SWIM – 8 MILE BIKE – 2 MILE RUN

  Swim: Your event kicks off with a 250 yard swim in the beautiful and spacious aquatic facility of the Huntersville Family Fitness and Aquatics. Participants will exit through the side door of the building and take a short run to the transition area. Swimmers will be self seeded according to the swim ability chart. Volunteers will be on hand to assist with lining up for the swim. You will be provided with a swim cap if you choose to wear it. After the swim, you'll experience the exhilaration of exiting the pool to the sound of cheers as you make your way to the transition area.

  Bike: The bike course is a 8 mile, 1 loop course. Yes, there are hills, but you can do this!

  Run: Runners will exit the Transition Area and run up and down Verhoeff Drive (closed to traffic) as well as around the Huntersville Athletic Park. There will be an aid station positioned at Mile 1 just before your second loop. You’ll be able to cheer and high five your fellow participants on the 2 loop course.

  Aquathlon- Aquathlon is simply swim and run. This is a great introduction into multisport. No worry about biking and great for daughters to participate with mom, aunt or grandma!

  Duathlon - Duathlon is run, bike, run.

  GIRLS TRIATHLON: ages 4-14.

  4-6 YEAR OLDS:

  25 yard swim, .5 mile bike, .5 mile run

  7-9 YEAR OLDS:

  50 yard swim, 1 mile bike, 1 mile run

  10-12 YEAR OLDS:

  100 yard swim, 2 mile bike, 1 mile run

  13-14 YEAR OLDS:

  100 yard swim, 2 mile bike, 1 mile run

  Finish line party: Celebrate with your family and friends and take in your accomplishment!

  VIRTUAL OPTIONS

  Complete the triathlon or aquathlon distances anywhere anytime in September. Virtual participants can upload their times, but they will not be included in awards. All virtual participants may choose to pick up their packets locally or they will be mailed in September. Times should be submitted by 11:59 pm on September 30th.

  The mission of She Tris is to create a welcoming and supportive triathlon environment for women and girls who want to complete a triathlon, regardless of their level of experience. By tackling the challenge of triathlon, we believe our participants will feel empowered to take on other challenges in life, be it personal or professional, and that the impact of She Tris will reach beyond the finish line into the lives of these women and those they influence along the way.

  MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT

  She Tris requires youth participants to be a minimum of 10 years of age on 12/31/26 to participate in the women's event.

  Click HERE for more information.

  Aquathlon Duathlon Run Sprint Swim Triathlon Virtual

  Huntersville, North Carolina, 28078, United States
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• Neck of the Woods Adventure Race [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Oct 24, 2026 at 7:30 AM

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  Whether you've never heard of adventure racing or are a seasoned pro looking for a partial-day challenge, this event is for you.

  WHAT: 3rd Annual “Neck of the Woods” Adventure Race (5-hour). Solo or...

  Whether you've never heard of adventure racing or are a seasoned pro looking for a partial-day challenge, this event is for you.

  WHAT: 3rd Annual “Neck of the Woods” Adventure Race (5-hour). Solo or teams of up to 4 persons (1,2,3 or 4 on a team)

  WHEN: October 24th, 2026 0700 mandatory pre-race briefing, 0730 launch time, must finish by 1230

  WHERE: Huntersville, NC

  COST: $40/person

  This adventure race will be like a scavenger hunt on bike and on foot (no paddle/swim/water section). That doesn't necessarily mean you won't get wet.

  All maps are preplotted with possible checkpoints to find. Each checkpoint you find earns you points. The team/solo with the most points in the least amount of time wins (Solo & Team category awards). All mandatory checkpoints and most of the other checkpoints are easily found near paths/creeks/intersections/features. A few optional checkpoints may be a little trickier to find. Team members stay together and work together the entire race. You can choose to go all out and attempt every checkpoint OR you can just get the mandatory checkpoints OR any number of checkpoints between. There is a 5-hour time limit. There is no set route. There is no sequence to the checkpoints. You decide your route and manage your own time. This can be by yourself, with your family, your friends, your coworkers, etc (teams of 1-4).

  Mandatory Supplies for each participant: Bike, Bike Helmet, blinking rear bike light, Food/Nutrition, Water

  Mandatory Team Supplies carried at all times: Compass, Phone (waterproof container)

  Distances are approximate and depend on your race strategy. However, teams that make it to every checkpoint and bonus point with no navigation errors should plan on about 25 miles of biking and 5-6 miles of trekking. The minimum distance if you only get the mandatory checkpoints is about 14-15 miles of biking and 3-4 miles of trekking. The miles are not continuous as the race has separate sections and you are constantly navigating and renegotiating routes.

  You will be responsible for your own nutrition and hydration throughout the race. There will be a transition area with water and Gatorade, but will obviously not be accessible while you are out hunting for checkpoints.

  The bike sections are mostly paved roads and greenways with some optional riding along power lines and fire roads. A mountain bike would work best. However, if you only have (or need to borrow from a friend) a road bike or even a beach cruiser, you can ride to all the mandatory bike points. The optional bike points will need some strategic creativity if you don't have a bike that can ride off road. Helmets and blinking bike lights are required at all times while on the bikes.

  There are always race day surprises as part of the fun, but here are a couple hints to the day. There will be more than one map. You will have to earn each of your maps at different times throughout the race. Some of the farther checkpoints marked as “bonus” will have descriptions of possible bonus points you can find close by. New this year: A non-mandatory orienteering section worth lots of points...practice basic compass skills and estimating distance to stay competitive. Here is a video to show you how easy it will be:

  Compass Heading

  TRAINING TIPS: Get some miles on the bike you will be using for the race. Get some foot miles on a trails or gravel paths. On your training rides and runs, carry the pack you will use for water and nutrition at the event. Practice transitioning from miles on a bike to miles on foot and vice versa. Know how to read a compass (basic North, East, South & West for most points AND headings/distances for maximum points).

  REGISTRATION ENDS 10/20. REGISTER BY 10/8 TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT

  30 Miles Gravel Run Swim Trail

  101 Huntersville-Concord Rd, Huntersville, North Carolina, 28078, United States
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