Running of the Bears – Greensboro, NC 2026

Date
April 11, 2026
Location
Greensboro, NC
Venue
New Garden Friends School Upper School Campus
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $30.00
Events
5K, 1 Mile Cubs Course (open to all ages)
Includes
T-Shirt
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Running of the Bears takes place April 11, 2026, in Greensboro, North Carolina at New Garden Friends School Upper School Campus. The event features a 1-mile run, making it accessible for runners of all levels seeking a short, competitive effort or a casual morning race. With a typical 9:00 AM start time, the race fits well into a weekend schedule. Entry fees range from $15 to $30, offering affordable access to this Greensboro community event. The 1-mile distance works well as a speed workout, a shakeout run before a longer race, or a first racing experience. Athletes traveling to Greensboro for other events can easily add this race to their itinerary or use it as a training opportunity during their stay.

From the Race Organizer
**This event has been cancelled** New Garden Friends School (NGFS) is the Triad’s only independent preschool–grade 12 school grounded in the long-held values and excellence of extraordinary Friends schools and we’re inviting the entire community to celebrate with us! Join us for NGFS’s Annual 5K Run/Walk (or intentional movement of your choice!) and 1-Mile Cubs Course , paired with a community festival full of fun for all ages . This joyful event is part of the NGFS Fund for Friends initiative, our most important fundraiser of the year, supporting field trips, service learning, athletics, and overnight experiences that bring learning to life. The morning kicks off with the Cubs Course, followed by the 5K Run/Walk. While runners and walkers are on the course, the celebration continues with family-friendly activities, games, and festivities throughout the campus. Bring your family, your bestie, your kids or even your favorite four-legged partner and move, play, and celebrate together! Al

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Running of the Bears – Greensboro, NC 2026?

Running of the Bears – Greensboro, NC 2026 takes place on April 11, 2026. The race is held in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Where is Running of the Bears – Greensboro, NC 2026 held?

Running of the Bears – Greensboro, NC 2026 is held at New Garden Friends School Upper School Campus in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Running of the Bears – Greensboro, NC 2026?

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