Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Boone, NC (34)
Ninja races in Boone, NC offer a unique out-and-back challenge with a festive atmosphere.
Race Date
Aug 22, 2026
Location
Boone, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Location
- Boone, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 8
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Set against the backdrop of Boone, North Carolina, the Ninja race series provides a straightforward out-and-back course for its 5K, 10K, and 13.1M distances. Runners can expect a race day that begins promptly at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup conveniently available just before the start.
The courses are designed as out-and-back routes, meaning participants will cover the same stretch of road multiple times depending on their chosen distance. The half marathon, for instance, completes four out-and-back loops. The series aims for a welcoming environment, with a generous 6-hour time limit for all participants.
While specific details on field size and geographic draw are limited for this particular event, the series is part of US Road Running, known for its finisher medals, gear shop, and costume contests, suggesting a fun and engaging race-day experience.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:30 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6082729063 The course is an out-and-back (3.11M) The 5K does the out-and-back one time. The 10K does the out-and-back two times. Half Marathon & Marathon Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6401735737/ The course is an out-and-back (3.28M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times. The Marathon does the out-and-back eight times. Course Time Limit 6 hours. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Start Location
355 M.L.K. Jr. St, Boone, NC, 28607
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
1 year running
~8 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 4 states
winner 1:39:23
typical high 76°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
60°
Afternoon (High)
76°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
78%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 8 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
8
Median time
2:13:28
Latest turnout
8
States
4
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Boone, NC (34)?
The Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Boone, NC (34) is held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Boone, NC (34) take place?
It takes place in Boone, North Carolina.
What distances does the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Boone, NC (34) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Boone, NC (34) course flat and good for a PR?
The Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Boone, NC (34) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Boone, NC (34)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 8 runners who have completed the Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Boone, NC (34).
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