Great fit if embrace the playful spirit of April Fool's Day with a family-friendly 5k featuring a surprisingly hilly course and festive fun.

• Fun
• Competitive
• Quirky
• Festive

Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT·3.1 Miles·Miamisburg, OH

EasygoingRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Great fit if a friendly, mid-week 5K series supporting local charities, perfect for getting miles in and connecting with the running community.

• Fun
• Festive
• For a Cause

Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 6:15 PM EDT·3.1 Miles·Utica, MI

EasygoingRUN

Course · Mixed · Flat · Walkers welcome

Why this rating: Mixed surface, mostly flat

Great fit if embrace the spirit of April Fools with a delightful 2.62-mile 'marathon' that supports local running and recreation.

• Fun
• Quirky
• Festive
• For a Cause

Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 6:15 PM CDT·2.62 Miles·Keller, TX

EasygoingRUN

Course · Flat · Timed race

Great fit if a dynamic weekly series offering off-road running and cyclocross, followed by a social post-race gathering with food and drinks.

• Fun
• Competitive
• Quirky
• Festive

Thu, Apr 2, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT·5K, 8.5 Miles·Northampton, PA

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Hilly · Timed race

Why this rating: Mixed surface + hills

Great fit if celebrate Cleveland's baseball Opening Day with a 4-mile run, a chance to run the bases, and a festive post-race party benefiting Tremont West.

• Fun
• Quirky
• Festive
• For a Cause

Fri, Apr 3, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT·2 Miles, 4 Miles·Cleveland, OH

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Trail · Rolling · Timed race

Why this rating: Trail + rolling terrain

Great fit if a unique team ultra trail or ruck race in Bono, AR, featuring a fitness challenge on every lap for 12 or 24 hours.

• Competitive
• Quirky

Great fit if a flat and fast course in Salisbury, Maryland, perfect for runners aiming for a Boston Marathon qualifying time or a personal best.

• Competitive
• Festive

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT·3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 26.2 Miles·Salisbury, MD

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Flat · Timed race

Why this rating: longer distance

Great fit if run a 5K on an airport runway for a truly unique experience, supporting vital aviation charities with every stride.

• Competitive
• Quirky
• For a Cause

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 7:45 AM EDT·3.1 Miles, 5K·Orlando, FL

EasygoingRUN

Course · Flat · Timed race

Great fit if get ready to embrace the muck and run like a duck on the unique Rocks and Roots Trail at this spring trail race.

• Fun
• Quirky

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT·6.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles·Lewis Center, OH

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Flat · Timed race

Why this rating: Mixed surface, mostly flat, longer distance

Great fit if embrace the spring spirit at this festive 5K and kids' race in Winter Garden, complete with chip timing and sweet post-race treats.

• Fun
• Quirky
• Festive

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT·5K, 800 Yards·Winter Garden, FL

EasygoingRUN

Course · Flat · Family-oriented

Great fit if run or walk a beautiful lake course to support Puzzle’s Love Autism Foundation, fostering an inclusive community for individuals with autism.

• Fun
• Scenic
• Competitive
• For a Cause

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT·5K·Haines City, FL

EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Great fit if run or walk through charming downtown Wendell to support Lake Myra Elementary, kicking off the multi-weekend NC Sports Con.

• Fun
• Scenic
• Competitive
• For a Cause

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT·5K·Wendell, NC

EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Walkers welcome

Great fit if run or walk with the Tampa Firefighters to support Camp Hopetake, offering a free summer camp for pediatric burn survivors.

• Competitive
• For a Cause

Great fit if lace up for a spirited 5K or 10K at Country Boy Brewing, featuring a scenic course, community vibes, and a post-race Easter Egg Hunt.

• Fun
• Scenic
• Competitive
• Quirky
• Festive

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT·5K, 10K·Georgetown, KY

EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Family-oriented

Great fit if run or walk a beautiful orchard 5K, celebrating community and supporting farmworkers on Traesure Apple Ranch's opening day.

• Fun
• Scenic
• Competitive
• Festive
• For a Cause

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT·5K·Waynesboro, PA

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Mixed · Hilly · Walkers welcome

Why this rating: Mixed surface + hills

Great fit if run a challenging distance, then celebrate with a lively community block party featuring live music and a wide selection of North Carolina craft beers.

• Fun
• Festive

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT·1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles·Winston Salem, NC

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Why this rating: longer distance

Great fit if ring in spring and support the Valparaiso Family YMCA's vital community programs at this long-standing, cause-driven 5K.

• Scenic
• Competitive
• Festive
• For a Cause

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT·5K·Valparaiso, IN

EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Great fit if a vibrant New Orleans 10K tradition blending inclusive fun, a lively Easter weekend celebration, and a strong commitment to local charities.

• Fun
• Quirky
• Festive
• For a Cause

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT·10K·New Orleans, LA

EasygoingRUN

Course · Flat · Timed race

Great fit if join San Antonio's annual wellness tradition at SeaWorld, where community, movement, and celebration come together for all ages and abilities.

• Fun
• Competitive
• Festive
• For a Cause

Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT·5K·San Antonio, TX

EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race