Ninja 5K, & 13.1M at Hickory, NC (31)
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Hickory, North Carolina
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Ninja 5K and Half Marathon (13.1M) in Hickory, North Carolina! Taking place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, this vibrant event promises a fun and friendly atmosphere for runners and walkers of all levels. Whether you're aiming for a personal best, looking to collect a themed medal, or simply enjoying the great outdoors with friends, this race is designed to make you feel welcome.
The scenic course will be perfect for both seasoned athletes and those new to the running community. Expect a relaxed vibe with a personal touch, as the event is small enough to foster camaraderie yet organized to provide an official race experience. Participants can look forward to finisher medals, helpful race staff, and a supportive crowd cheering you on. Don't forget to plan for the weather and bring everything you might need to stay hydrated and energized. Join us in Hickory for a day filled with excitement, community spirit, and the joy of running!
The scenic course will be perfect for both seasoned athletes and those new to the running community. Expect a relaxed vibe with a personal touch, as the event is small enough to foster camaraderie yet organized to provide an official race experience. Participants can look forward to finisher medals, helpful race staff, and a supportive crowd cheering you on. Don't forget to plan for the weather and bring everything you might need to stay hydrated and energized. Join us in Hickory for a day filled with excitement, community spirit, and the joy of running!
Organiser's Description
US ROAD RUNNING RACES
US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people.
Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best I signed up for this on purpose smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line.
A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help.
View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page. [https://usroadrunning.com/Races/NC/Hickory/177838-Ninja-5K-13-1M-at-Hickory-NC-31/]
US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people.
Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best I signed up for this on purpose smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line.
A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help.
View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page. [https://usroadrunning.com/Races/NC/Hickory/177838-Ninja-5K-13-1M-at-Hickory-NC-31/]
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1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, 28601, NC, United States
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