Only Fools Run Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (March 28, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Only Fools Run Half Marathon, 10K and 5K takes place in Greensboro, North Carolina, in late March. The half marathon (13.1 miles) starts at 8:00 a.m., the 10K (6.2 miles) at 8:20 a.m. and the 5K (3.1 miles) at 8:30 a.m.
The course is relatively flat, with about 394 feet of elevation gain in the half marathon. Courses are well marked and supported by aid stations, and the event comes with participant gifts and prizes. It celebrates the camaraderie of the running community. Central North Carolina weather in late March varies from chilly dawns to warm afternoons, so layers you can peel off and a watch for even pacing are helpful for a half marathon.
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