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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
SAINTS KICKOFF RUN Presented by Hancock Whitney
New Orleans, Louisiana38th Annual Ripton Ridge Run
Ripton, VermontBacon Run Half Marathon
Virtual EventASH Foundation Run/Walk 5K/3K
Orlando, FloridaRUN THE 915
Virtual Event12K's Of Christmas December 2025
Virtual EventUgly Sweater 5k
Virtual EventUgly Sweater 5k
Virtual EventUgly Sweater 5k
Virtual EventTwas the Night Before 5K
Columbiana, OhioSanta Scurry 5K - Keller, TX.
Keller, TexasThe Krampus Cross Country 5K, 10K, or Naughty Nine Miler (LIVE or VIRTUAL)!
San Francisco, CaliforniaCandy Cane Course- St. Paul
Lake Elmo, MinnesotaPerpetual Motion
Grapevine, TexasSanta Shuffle 5K Run/Walk for the Children
Bridgton, MaineMushing Mutts Canicross Race and Dog Friendly 5k
Holly Springs, North CarolinaElves for the Shelves 5K, Walk, and Fun Run
Wayne, PennsylvaniaToy Drop
Loveland, ColoradoWhite Elephant 5K/10K - Clearwater
Clearwater, FloridaJINGLE BELL JOG 5K AND RUDOLPH'S FUN RUN
Calverton, New York‘A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS 5K/10K’ (Houston, TX)
Houston, TexasRun Houston! Sugar Land Santa 5K & 10K presented by Houston Methodist
Sugar Land, TexasCandy Cane Course- Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TexasCandy Cane Course- Ann Arbor
Brighton, MichiganJamestown Glow Run/Walk
Sequim, WashingtonFayetteville Half Marathon
Fayetteville, ArkansasSanta Run for Education 5K Race
Bozeman, MontanaSEAFORD WELLNESS HOT CHOCOLATE RUN
Seaford, New YorkSouth Pasadena Tiger Run 5K/10K
South Pasadena, CaliforniaHope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager
Batesville, ArkansasGingerbread Lane 5K & 10K Houston
Cypress, TexasLevel I Coaching Certification: Pacific Time Zone (Monterey) ONLINE - December 6-7, 2025
Virtual EventDash 4 Shelter
Bloomington, IndianaCandy Cane Dash
Frederick, MarylandDASHER DANCER PRANCER 5K
Carencro, LouisianaUtah Santa Run - Gardner Village
West Jordan, UtahCandy Cane 5K
Langhorne, PennsylvaniaWilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K
Wilmington, North CarolinaFrigid Forest 5k Hulbert
Hulbert, OklahomaRochester Ugly Sweater 5K
Mendon, New YorkAll-Out Fa La La
Westminster, ColoradoSanta's Run through the Lights 5K Run/Walk
Geneva, IllinoisVirtual 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.