Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (34)
Charlotte's Ninja Half Marathon offers a fast, out-and-back course ideal for setting personal bests.
Race Date
Aug 22, 2026
Location
Charlotte, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 21
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Ninja Half Marathon in Charlotte, NC, presents a straightforward out-and-back course designed for speed. This event, part of a series that also includes 5K and 10K distances, is held at Mallard Creek Playground. Runners can expect a flat profile with minimal elevation change, making it a prime candidate for achieving personal records.
The race is timed to begin at 8:30 AM, with packet pickup available shortly before. A generous 3.5-hour time limit accommodates a wide range of participants. While specific details on field size and geographic draw for this particular event are limited, the series aims to attract runners looking for a well-organized, efficient race 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. Additional Information The race starts at Mallard Creek Playground just across from Mallard Creek Elementary School. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6005460289 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 Course (1.64M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6002629408 The course is an out-and-back (3.28M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. 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
9729 Mallard Creek Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28267
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
2 years running
~14.5 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
5 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 4 states
winner 1:56:34
typical high 87°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
68°
Afternoon (High)
87°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
69%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 21 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
21
Median time
2:15:49
Latest turnout
7
States
5
Turnout by year
2024–2025
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (34)?
The Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (34) is held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (34) take place?
It takes place in Charlotte, North Carolina.
What distances does the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (34) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (34) course flat and good for a PR?
The Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (34) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (34)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 21 runners who have completed the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Charlotte, NC (34).
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