Trail to Tryon Holiday Half, 10K & 5K

  • Date Sat 5th December 2026
  • Time 7:30AM EST
  • Location New Bern, North Carolina
  • Price $25.35 - $58.74
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for the Trail to Tryon Holiday Half, 10K & 5K on Saturday, December 5, 2026, in the charming city of New Bern, Craven! This festive running event invites participants to choose from three exciting distances: a half marathon, 10K, or 5K, making it the perfect opportunity to celebrate the end of your race season. Enjoy a scenic course that winds through New Bern's picturesque downtown, iconic waterfront parks, and beautiful residential neighborhoods, all while soaking in the holiday spirit.

The race kicks off and concludes at the historic Tryon Palace, nestled alongside the Trent River. After crossing the finish line, join in the post-race festivities at Bates Commons, where you'll find vendors, music, and a lively atmosphere to celebrate your achievement with friends and family. Every finisher will receive a medal, and age group awards will be presented across all three distances. Don't miss out on this delightful weekend in New Bern, where you can relish the holiday festivities, eclectic food, and vibrant music scene. Mark your calendars for December 5 and make the Trail to Tryon your final run of the year!

Organiser's Description

Join us and experience the new Trail to Tryon Holiday Half on our new date of December 6. Our new date offers a great run experience coupled with all the holiday beauty New Bern has to offer. Pick your distance between a half Marathon, 10K, or 5K. Strategically placed on the calendar to be your final run/walk of the year, make it a weekend and celebrate with us.

Please note, this is a ROAD EVENT as the name "Trail to Tryon" is just a reference to the history of New Bern as Tryon Palace was colonial North Carolinas first official center of government. The courses will take you through New Berns charming downtown district, iconic waterfront parks, and beautiful residential neighborhoods. The start and finish is located on the south side the the beautiful Tryon Palace next to the Trent River. The post-race ceremony in the Bates Commons will include vendors and a festive feel to celebrate with friends and family. All finishers will receive medals and age group awards distributed in all three event distances.

All three race distances use the same start and finish location making it easy for family and friends to enjoy together. Plan to stay the night or weekend and take in the holiday festivities and eclectic food and music scenes New Bern offers.

Plan to finish your race season with a stop in New Bern for the Holiday Half, 10K and 5K on December 6.

Races

  • Trader Construction Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.74 Fee & Official Event Shirt

    Sat 5th December 2026 (7:30AM EST)

    $58.74

    OPENS 01 MAY
  • CarolinaEast 10K

    Incl. $3.72 Fee & Official Event Shirt

    Sat 5th December 2026 (7:30AM EST)

    $40.72

    OPENS 01 MAY
  • Chad Sittig Agency 5K

    Incl. $2.85 Fee & Official Event Shirt

    Sat 5th December 2026 (7:30AM EST)

    $25.35

    OPENS 01 MAY

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Location

529 S. Front Street, New Bern, 28562, NC, United States

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