Cary Greenways Half-Marathon
The Cary Greenways Half-Marathon offers a scenic, flat run through urban trails, appealing to a local community.
Race Date
Mar 7, 2027
Location
Cary, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, March 7, 2027
- Location
- Cary, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K, 5K, Kids in Strollers, 13.1 Miles, Exhibitor
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,538
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Cary Greenways Half-Marathon, first run in 2017 and now in its tenth year, winds through the urban multi-use trails of Cary, North Carolina. This race, held annually in Fred G. Bond Metro Park, offers a primarily flat course with a mix of asphalt and boardwalk sections. While the typical field size hovers around 300-400 finishers, drawing participants from about 10 states, it maintains a strong local community feel.
Despite its scenic appeal, with a 4.30 rating for scenery, some runners note that course markings can be inconsistent, particularly in mixed-weather conditions. The race is capped, encouraging early registration. It's part of a series that also includes 5K and 10K distances, and offers a unique "Greenways 26.2" bundle for those completing both 13.1-mile races in the series.
Race-provided description
Course Records - Fred G. Bond Metro Park / White Oak Greenway Set a NEW course record & win a $10 gift code! 5K - Male: K. Boucher - 18:56 (2024) 5K - Female: L. Oyler - 21:27 (2024) 10K - Male: S. Montclair - 34:49 (2024) 10K - Female: H. Lee - 42:38 (2025) 13.1 - Male: M. Wilde - 1:16:08 (2025) 13.1 - Female: B. Fowler - 1:25:17 (2024) RUN, WALK, ROLL, OR STROLL! Fit & Able is proud of our tenth year of running the Cary Greenways Half-marathon with 5K, 10K, and 13.1 races. Choose your challenge! Run the trails you love but get timed! This race is capped so sign up soon! Participants have a window during which to start the race of their choice and have until 11:00 AM to finish. The half-marathon turnaround point closes at 9:30 AM. IN-PERSON RACE INFORMATION VIRTUAL RACE INFORMATION COURSE MAPS EXHIBITOR INFORMATION SPECTATOR INFORMATION BUT have you ever wanted to run a marathon without having to actually run a marathon? With the Greenways Series 26.2 you can do just that when you sign up for both 13.1 races at the Cary Greenways Half-marathon and Cary Greenways Tour. Complete both races and we will combine your finish times to give you a 26.2 finish time with an extra set of awards! PLUS you can save 10% on each race when you sign up for both together using the Greenways 26.2 Bundle! * You can find the bundle under the main event cards above (click View All Events). OR, how about an ultra-marathon? Complete all five Fit & Able 13.1 races - a combined total of 65.5 miles! - and again we will combine your finish times for yet another extra set of awards! All races will have a staggered start beginning at 8:00 AM (in order of distance) and the course closes for all races at 11:00 AM (In-person Race Day Schedule). Please consider your race pace when deciding which event to run. * For any participants who feel they may need some extra time, please contact us at info@fitandable.net. WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH CARY GREENWAYS HALF-MARATHON REGISTRATION:
IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL 5K, 10K, & 13.1 race options
Cary Greenways Half-marathon finishers medal and gift included for all 5K, 10K, and 13.1 participants (guaranteed if signed up by February 21st). Shirts available for purchase separately.
Over $8,500 in potential in-person & virtual Overall (Top 3 Male / Female), Age Group (Top 3 Male / Female), Picking Up the Pace, and New Course Record awards
Great rewards and prizes you can earn by referring your friends and family to sign up with you or even recruiting them to race as a "team"! * More details below
Earn points for Fit & Able's Free-for-All Race Series to win big end-of-year prizes! Check out the current standings: Free-for-All Race Series
If you are interested in sponsoring the Cary Greenways Half-marathon please email Info@FitandAble.net for more information! We can't wait to see you at the Cary Greenways Half-marathon!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, March 7, 2027
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
801 High House Rd., Cary, NC, 27513
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Urban, Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout649 years running
~386 finishers a year
shrinking
16% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 10 states
winner 1:26:03
typical high 66°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
45°
Afternoon (High)
66°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
61%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,538 finishers actually crossed the line across 9 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
1,538
Median time
2:17:38
Latest turnout
145
States
34
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Cary Greenways Half-Marathon?
The Cary Greenways Half-Marathon is held on Sunday, March 7, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Cary Greenways Half-Marathon take place?
It takes place in Cary, North Carolina.
What distances does the Cary Greenways Half-Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K, 5K, Kids in Strollers, 13.1 Miles, Exhibitor.
Is the Cary Greenways Half-Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Cary Greenways Half-Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Cary Greenways Half-Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,538 runners who have completed the Cary Greenways Half-Marathon.
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