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Want to race without the start line crowds and early wake-up calls? Virtual races let you tackle everything from 5ks to marathons on your schedule, your routes. Whether you're fitting runs around work or prefer your own pace, these events pack all the motivation of race day - minus the parking hassle.
What are Virtual Runs?
A virtual race is just like a regular event, but you choose when and where to run. Sign up, get your race number in the mail, and run your distance wherever works best. Track your miles with your usual running app, upload your time, and earn your medal. Simple as that.
Racing virtually doesn't mean missing the excitement. You'll get your race pack, pre-run butterflies, and that finish line feeling. Entry fees typically run lower than traditional races too, leaving more in your budget for gear. Whether you're an early morning runner or prefer sunset miles, virtual races fit your life.
Want to run for a cause? Many of our virtual events support charities - your entry fee makes a real difference. Whether you're a regular, 5k, 10k or Half Marathon racer or you're taking your first steps as a runner, our calendar of virtual runs offers a range of goals for everyone.
How to take part in a virtual run
Getting started is easy:
Find your race on our calendar
Register and get your welcome email
Wait for your race pack in the mail
Plan your route
Run your race
Upload your results and celebrate
Race Day Tips
Pick a route you know. Test your tracking app before race day. Want that real race feeling? Set out your gear the night before, just like you would for any event. Share your training and race photos with our virtual running community - nothing beats the support of fellow runners.
Virtual Runs 2025 - 2026
26th Annual World Run Day™ Virtual Run – Bell Gardens
Virtual EventWest Georgia Linked Up to Run 5K
Douglasville, Georgia2Slow4Boston Marathon & Half
Greer, South CarolinaDoNot Stop Half Marathon (5k/10k) - Austin
Marble Falls, TexasAIMHigh- Keep Pressing 5K/10K
Henderson, North CarolinaGo Girl Run | Kansas City, KS
Overland Park, KansasLONG ISLAND MARATHON FESTIVAL
East Meadow, New YorkNeuse River Bridge Run 2026
New Bern, North CarolinaZoefia's Race For Awareness Challenge
Virtual EventSwim Hilton Head Island
Virtual EventTrauma Survivors Network's Race to Rebuild: Virtual Run/Walk/Cycle/Roll Distance of Your Choice
Virtual EventVibha Bay Area Dream Mile 2026
Fremont, CaliforniaSendMeMissions 5K Run/Walk
Wauchula, FloridaCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, CaliforniaCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, TexasFinish The Ride and Finish The Run Griffith Park
Los Angeles, CaliforniaLookin For A Cure Jupiter, FL
Jupiter, FloridaGreenland Trail Races
Larkspur, ColoradoCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN DIEGO
San Diego, CaliforniaFreedom Run: The Race Against Poverty
Wesley Chapel, FloridaZ Krewe's 0.5K - "Racing" BACK to the 80's!
Clear Lake Shores, TexasCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco, CaliforniaHometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Rochester
Rochester, MinnesotaRun the Bronx
Bronx, New YorkCinco De Mayo Run 5K/10K/13.1 SEATTLE
Seattle, WashingtonTower 2 Tower 5K
Lenexa, KansasBible Run
Fate, TexasThe Hoag OC Marathon Running Festival
Costa Mesa, CaliforniaSUP & RUN 5K
Sarasota, FloridaRun Wild Races X @ the Metro Richmond Zoo Spring
Moseley, VirginiaFiesta 5k Challenge - Benefiting Emory ALS Center
Cumming, GeorgiaHometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Greater Atlanta
Atlanta, GeorgiaHometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Greater Chicago
Chicago, IllinoisSunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 DALLAS FORT WORTH
Fort Worth, TexasDes Moines Women's Half Marathon, 10K, 5K + Team Relay
Des Moines, IowaSunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 DENVER/AURORA
Centennial, ColoradoEscape Belle Isle 5K Run and Ruck Powered by CoStar Group
Richmond, VirginiaTulip Time Run Presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Holland, MichiganSunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 HOUSTON
Houston, TexasThe Grab Bag, An Awesomesauce Event presented by Run Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TennesseeDogwood Classic 5K Run/Walk
Knoxville, TennesseeSunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 KANSAS CITY
Kansas City, MissouriVirtual Running Race FAQs
What gear do I need?
What gear do I need?
Just regular running gear plus something to track your distance—most runners use their phone with Strava or a GPS watch. Treadmill running? That works, too—simply take a clear photo of your display when you finish.
How do results work?
How do results work?
After your run, upload your activity from Strava, Garmin, or any tracking app to your race profile. Running on a treadmill? Send in your display photo. Your results will usually appear on the leaderboard within an hour, showing how you stack up against runners nationwide.
Can I run with friends?
Can I run with friends?
Definitely! Sign up as individuals to race each other or take advantage of our group rates. Running clubs across the country use our virtual races for training goals and monthly challenges.