Spring & Summer Races in Winston-Salem

Jacob Gauthier

February 25, 2026

Whether you’re a race enthusiast or a casual runner looking to support a cause, make sure to check out these spring & summer races in Winston-Salem!

This guide covers events happening through July. Register ahead of time for an early bird discount on some of these races!

Updated February 2026

Run Leo

WHEN | Saturday, March 14
WHERE | St. Leo Catholic School

Races start at 7:30 AM
Benefits St. Leo Catholic School students, programs, and campus needs
Good to Know: Enjoy an optional pre-race pasta dinner on Friday, March 13

St. Patrick’s Day Hash Run

WHEN | Saturday, March 14
WHERE | 1409 Brookstown Ave, Winston-Salem (private residence)

Hash Run (~4 miles) at 4 PM
Fun Fact: A hash is an easy, social three- or four-mile run intended for runners of all paces!

Deacon Dash

WHEN | Saturday, March 21
WHERE | Winston-Salem Fairgrounds

Races start at 9 AM
Benefits The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Winston-Salem
Fun Fact: The 5K has an extra 0.11 miles added to bring the total distance to 3.21 miles in support of individuals with Down syndrome

Get Your Rear in Gear

WHEN | Saturday, March 28
WHERE | Jamison Park

Races start at 8:50 AM
Benefits Colon Cancer Coalition
Bonus: You can celebrate or remember someone impacted by colon cancer with a custom sign staff will place on the race course

CraftHalf

WHEN | Saturday, April 4
WHERE | Foothills Brewpub

Races start at 8:30 AM
Benefits Twin City Track Club and Yadkin Riverkeeper
Bonus: Enjoy craft beer from over a dozen breweries at the block party

Trellis Hope Run

WHEN | Saturday, April 18
WHERE | Bailey Park

Race starts at 9 AM
Benefits Trellis Supportive Care
Featuring: Live music in Bailey Park and the Kaleideum Kids Zone

Feet for the Street

WHEN | Saturday, April 25
WHERE | Salem Lake

Races start at 8:45 AM
Benefits the Winston-Salem Street School
Fun Fact: This will be the first 5K for many members of the Winston-Salem Street School Running Club

Angel Run

WHEN | Saturday, April 25
WHERE | Jamison Park

Races start at 9:30 AM
Benefits the Angelic Warrior Foundation, a nonprofit that raises awareness about colon cancer and provides support to colon cancer patients and their families
Did You Know? The race is named after Angelica Da’Juana Duggins, who passed away from colon cancer in May 2020

Mutt Strut

WHEN | Saturday, April 25
WHERE | Tanglewood Park

Races start at 9 AM
Benefits the Forsyth Humane Society
Bonus: Run with your furry friend by your side

The ROCC Sunnyside Ministry 5K

WHEN | Saturday, May 9
WHERE | River Oaks Community Church

Race starts at 8 AM
Benefits Sunnyside Ministry
Bonus: Free childcare, free race photos, and a kids’ fun zone

PFS Brunch Run

WHEN | Saturday, May 30
WHERE | Salem Lake

Races start at 9 AM
Benefits the Piedmont Forest School, which gives children of all backgrounds and abilities the opportunity to learn together through creative, child-led play in nature
Bonus: Includes a pancake breakfast with all-you-can-eat toppings, music, and nature crafts

5K Walk to SOAR

WHEN | Saturday, May 30
WHERE | The Quarry at Grant Park

Races start at 9 AM
Benefits Eagles of Grace, a faith-based mentoring program for youth and young adults
Bonus: This is the organization’s inaugural race

The Big Run

WHEN | Saturday, June 6
WHERE | Ivey Redmon Park

Races start at 8 AM
A portion of proceeds benefit Good Works Engine
Good to Know: The race has three heats for runners of varying paces

Chase the Dream

WHEN | Saturday, June 6
WHERE | Bailey Park

Races start at 8 PM
Benefits the Dream Center, which provides tangible and transformative resources to those in need
Features: A glow-in-the-dark course

Flying Colors

WHEN | Saturday, June 13
WHERE | Forsyth Country Day School

Races start at 8 AM
Benefits the PACU Foundation, which gives to charities that help North Carolina residents in times of financial hardship
Bonus: Runners have color powder thrown at them during the race