Cannonball Running Festival - Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

🏅 Cannonball Running Festival

Cannonball Running Festival is the LARGEST celebration of running in our region.

🏃‍♂️ Race Distances

• Events Available: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids Dash, and a bonus challenge option.
• Scenic Route: The backdrop for the races is the gorgeous A & Y greenway in Greensboro, NC and Country Park.
• Start/Finish Location: All events take place in Country Park, Greensboro's running Mecca.
• Inclusive for All: Whether a veteran to distance running or a relative newbie, this event is a MUST DO for the course, the schwag, the glory, and the PARTY!

🍻 Craft Beer Celebration

• Local Breweries: In true celebration of the region, local craft breweries pour all day Saturday for participants and spectators.
• Included Brews: Participants have two craft brews included with their race registration.
• Support a Cause: Funds generated from beer sales go directly to our charity partner, Brenner Children's.

🎖️ Double Barrel Challenge

• Evening Race: The Friday night 5K allows the unique opportunity to race in the evening.
• Challenging Options: Opens up the challenge of participating in either the 10K, half marathon or marathon on Saturday.
• Exclusive Rewards: Participants receive two shirts and two custom finisher medals (one for each event), PLUS bonus bling for completing the challenge.
• Bragging Rights: Not to mention extra beer and bragging rights!!!

🥳 Post-Race Celebration

• Finishers Medals: All race participants will receive a custom finishers medal (Kids dash will not receive a medal or shirt, but their own "goodies").
• Included Perks: Each participant gets a t-shirt, food, beer (21 and up), FREE professional race photos and a celebration!
• Family Fun: Everyone, friends and family can enjoy the post-race celebration with live music, awards ceremony and activities.
• Registration Reminder: You must register 2 weeks prior to event to guarantee a shirt.

📍 Event Details

• Date: 2025-10-17
• Location: 3802 Jaycee Park Drive, Greensboro, NC
• More Information: Cannonball Running Festival