Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32)
Concord's Ninja 13.1M offers a shaded, out-and-back course with a mix of paved and gravel surfaces.
Race Date
Aug 8, 2026
Location
Concord, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Location
- Concord, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 9
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC, provides a unique running experience on a course that winds through shaded paths. This event, first held in 2025, offers a half marathon alongside shorter 5K and 10K distances, catering to a range of runners.
The course is primarily paved but includes a stretch of gravel/dirt, offering a varied terrain underfoot. Its out-and-back design means runners will traverse the same segments multiple times, with the half marathon completing the loop four times. The course is noted for its shaded sections, providing a comfortable environment even on warmer days.
With a time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes, the race is accessible for many. Participants can look forward to finisher medals and other gear, contributing to a well-rounded race day experience.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 9:30 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. Price increase on the Monday before the race. Additional Information We are located at the Dogwood Shelter. This course is paved with a stretch of gravel/dirt. When you first enter, the bathrooms are in the right corner of the parking lot. This is a shaded course. 5K & 10K Course (1.56M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5856694807 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/5745899752 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 8, 2026
Start Time
9:30 AM
Start Location
760 Orphanage Rd, Concord, NC, 28027
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved, Dirt Trail
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
~9 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 2 states
winner 1:55:37
typical high 86°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
69°
Afternoon (High)
86°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.3"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
80%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 9 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
9
Median time
2:08:14
Latest turnout
9
States
2
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32)?
The Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32) is held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM.
Where does the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32) take place?
It takes place in Concord, North Carolina.
What distances does the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32) course flat and good for a PR?
The Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 9 runners who have completed the Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Concord, NC (32).
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