Running of the Bulls 8K
- Date Sat 30th May 2026
- Time 7:15AM EDT
- Location Durham, North Carolina
- Price $11.60 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the 18th Running of the Bulls 8K, taking place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the heart of Durham! This premier community road race invites participants to enjoy a scenic course that meanders through the historic and revitalized neighborhoods of downtown Durham, including the iconic American Tobacco Campus, Trinity Park, and Old North Durham. Runners will finish strong with a celebratory lap around the warning track at the historic Old Durham Athletic Park.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere for all. Strollers are welcome, making it a family-friendly outing. Don't miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community celebration! If you're not running, consider signing up to volunteer and be part of the action. Join us in Durham for an unforgettable day of fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, this event promises a fantastic atmosphere for all. Strollers are welcome, making it a family-friendly outing. Don't miss your chance to be part of this vibrant community celebration! If you're not running, consider signing up to volunteer and be part of the action. Join us in Durham for an unforgettable day of fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 18TH RUNNING OF DURHAMS PREMIERE COMMUNITY ROAD RACE!
This scenic course will wind through the historic and revitalized neighborhoods of downtown Durham, American Tobacco Campus, Trinity Park and Old North Durham neighborhoods, and finish with a lap of the warning track inside the historic Old Durham Athletic Park!
This race is proudly sponsored by Law Office of James Scott Farrin [https://www.farrin.com/] and presented by Bull City Running Co. [https://bullcityrunning.com/]
Strollers are permitted. Dogs and headphones are not permitted.
Not planning to run? Please sign up to VOLUNTEER [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdj3KWJkvS8m07CUFHDzjePofkAmUSJxANfiZX_7VQTJjQRsg/viewform]!
This scenic course will wind through the historic and revitalized neighborhoods of downtown Durham, American Tobacco Campus, Trinity Park and Old North Durham neighborhoods, and finish with a lap of the warning track inside the historic Old Durham Athletic Park!
This race is proudly sponsored by Law Office of James Scott Farrin [https://www.farrin.com/] and presented by Bull City Running Co. [https://bullcityrunning.com/]
Strollers are permitted. Dogs and headphones are not permitted.
Not planning to run? Please sign up to VOLUNTEER [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdj3KWJkvS8m07CUFHDzjePofkAmUSJxANfiZX_7VQTJjQRsg/viewform]!
Races
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8K Road Race
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 30th May 2026 (7:15AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 01 FEB 26Take the 8K tour of Downtown Durham in one of Bull City's oldest and most iconic road races. Finish with a lap of the warning track inside the historic Durham Athletic Park! -
Kids Run (Age 0-6)
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 30th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 01 FEB 26Children ages 0-6 will start at the first base line foul pole with Wool E. Bull of the Durham Bulls and run the warning track of Historic Durham Athletic Park finishing near 3rd base for the 1/4 mile race. Each participant will receive a personalized bib, chip time, and a finisher's cowbell! -
Kids Run (Age 7-12)
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 30th May 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 01 FEB 26Children ages 7-12 will start at the first base line foul pole with Wool E. Bull of the Durham Bulls and run the warning track of Historic Durham Athletic Park finishing near 3rd base for the 1/4 mile race. Each participant will receive a personalized bib, chip time, and a finisher's cowbell!
Running of the Bulls 8K
