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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
Race For Big Dreams
Omaha, NebraskaFaith in Children - 5K Run/Walk (Kids and Dogs Run Too!)
New York, New YorkBacon Run Half Marathon
Virtual EventUgly Sweater 5k
Virtual EventRUN THE 915
Virtual Event12K's Of Christmas December 2025
Virtual EventUgly Sweater 5k
Virtual EventUgly Sweater 5k
Virtual EventTwas the Night Before 5K
Columbiana, OhioThe Krampus Cross Country 5K, 10K, or Naughty Nine Miler (LIVE or VIRTUAL)!
San Francisco, CaliforniaSanta Scurry 5K - Keller, TX.
Keller, TexasCandy Cane Course- St. Paul
Lake Elmo, MinnesotaPerpetual Motion
Grapevine, TexasElves for the Shelves 5K, Walk, and Fun Run
Wayne, PennsylvaniaToy Drop
Loveland, Colorado‘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, MontanaSouth Pasadena Tiger Run 5K/10K
South Pasadena, CaliforniaHope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager
Batesville, Arkansas2025 Frosty 5K
Frisco, TexasGingerbread Lane 5K & 10K Houston
Cypress, TexasLevel I Coaching Certification: Pacific Time Zone (Monterey) ONLINE - December 6-7, 2025
Virtual EventCandy Cane Dash
Frederick, MarylandDash 4 Shelter
Bloomington, IndianaTexas City Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, & Family Mile
Texas City, TexasDASHER 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, OklahomaAll-Out Fa La La
Westminster, ColoradoSanta's Run through the Lights 5K Run/Walk
Geneva, IllinoisRehoboth Seashore Marathon and Half Marathon
Rehoboth Beach, DelawareCandy Cane Course- Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OklahomaUtah Santa Run - Utah County
Salem, UtahEnmarket Savannah Bridge Run
Savannah, GeorgiaReindeer Run 2025
Wheaton, 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.