Running races in or near Newark, DE
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Newark, DE area. Races listed here include both walking and running events of various distances — from 1-milers, to 5Ks, to marathons, and everything else in between.
5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-03-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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50K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-04-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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Marathon - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-04-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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50K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-03-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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Muddy Dash - Exclusive VIP Registration - ...
Organization: Viral Run
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: Muddy Dash is not your average mud run! Get ready for ...
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Half Marathon - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-04-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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10K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-04-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-04-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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10K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-03-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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Half Marathon - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-03-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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Marathon - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-03-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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Organization: Viral Run
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: Muddy Dash is not your average mud run! Get ready for ...
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2026 Independence Series - Day 1 (DE)
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-03-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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Muddy Dash | Philadelphia
Organization: Viral Run
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: Muddy Dash is not your average mud run! Get ready for ...
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2026 Independence Series - Day 2 (MD)
Organization: Mainly Marathons
Date of Race: 06-04-2026
Description: World's Best Marathon Half Series! No Time Limits Great Food ...
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5K Prep
Organization: YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE
Date of Race: 04-12-2026
Description: DescriptionReady to tackle a 5K? This program prepares you for race ...
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5K Prep
Organization: YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE
Date of Race: 04-03-2026
Description: DescriptionReady to tackle a 5K? This program prepares you for race ...
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5K Prep
Organization: YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE
Date of Race: 03-07-2026
Description: DescriptionReady to tackle a 5K? This program prepares you for race ...
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5K Prep
Organization: YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE
Date of Race: 02-06-2026
Description: DescriptionReady to tackle a 5K? This program prepares you for race ...
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5K Prep
Organization: YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE
Date of Race: 03-06-2026
Description: DescriptionReady to tackle a 5K? This program prepares you for race ...
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5K Prep
Organization: YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE
Date of Race: 03-08-2026
Description: DescriptionReady to tackle a 5K? This program prepares you for race ...
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5K Prep
Organization: YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE
Date of Race: 04-04-2026
Description: DescriptionReady to tackle a 5K? This program prepares you for race ...
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5K Prep
Organization: YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE
Date of Race: 01-09-2026
Description: DescriptionReady to tackle a 5K? This program prepares you for race ...
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Ellis & Associates Lifeguarding Course
Organization: YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE
Date of Race: 01-16-2026
Description: DescriptionPrerequisites: swim 200 yards (8 lengths); tread water for 2 minutes ...
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Ellis & Associates Lifeguarding Course
Organization: YMCA OF GREATER BRANDYWINE
Date of Race: 01-16-2026
Description: DescriptionPrerequisites: swim 200 yards (8 lengths); tread water for 2 minutes ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Newark, DE: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Newark
Newark (DE) is a city in New Castle County with an estimated population of 31,454.[4]
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In 2014, 57% of marathon finishers in the U.S. were men; women made up 43% of finishers.
