Scheduled for December 6, 2025, Race 13.1 Durham brings festive flair to one of North Carolina’s most popular winter road races. Hosted by Capstone Event Group, this race features a chip-timed half marathon, 10K, and 5K, welcoming runners of all levels with an emphasis on fun, performance, and holiday spirit. Races begin at 8:00 AM (Half), 8:10 AM (10K), and 8:20 AM (5K), with all courses utilizing the flat, fast, and scenic American Tobacco Trail. The half marathon course is USATF-certified (NC21018DF) and has a generous 3 hour 30 minute cutoff, ideal for both PR-seekers and first-time runners. Participants enjoy themed medals, music, festive race swag, and a post-race celebration. Packet pick-up is offered at Fleet Feet Durham, and the event is supported by “Worry Free Registration” and strong local community backing, making it a signature December race in the Triangle region.
Races
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
The Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon is a vibrant, holiday-themed road race held on Saturday, 6 December 2025, featuring a flat and fast single-loop route on the greenway and paved trails in Durham, North Carolina, ideal for winter PB chasers. Organized by Capstone Event Group, the event starts at Johnson Volvo Cars Durham, Southpoint Autopark Blvd, and finishes at the same location, with a strict 3 h 30 min cutoff.
The Race 13.1 Durham 10K offers a lively early-morning urban course at 8:10 AM on 6 December 2025, traversing the American Tobacco Trail and downtown greenway corridors, providing a festive and fast-paced option for runners. Organized by Capstone Event Group, the race starts and finishes at Johnson Volvo Cars Durham, with awards at 9:15 AM.
The 5K Run, held at 8:20 AM on 6 December 2025, winds through Durham’s downtown and greenway loops with minimal elevation, making it a great post-Thanksgiving fitness option. Hosted by Capstone Event Group, it uses the same start/finish at Southpoint Autopark Blvd, Durham and awards are given at 9:15 AM.
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FAQs
What is the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon?
How long is the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon?
Where does the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon?
The Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon is a vibrant, holiday-themed road race held on Saturday, 6 December 2025, featuring a flat and fast single-loop route on the greenway and paved trails in Durham, North Carolina, ideal for winter PB chasers. Organized by Capstone Event Group, the event starts at Johnson Volvo Cars Durham, Southpoint Autopark Blvd, and finishes at the same location, with a strict 3 h 30 min cutoff.
The Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon takes place in Durham, NC, USA.
Runna classifies the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon?
The Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon is a vibrant, holiday-themed road race held on Saturday, 6 December 2025, featuring a flat and fast single-loop route on the greenway and paved trails in Durham, North Carolina, ideal for winter PB chasers. Organized by Capstone Event Group, the event starts at Johnson Volvo Cars Durham, Southpoint Autopark Blvd, and finishes at the same location, with a strict 3 h 30 min cutoff.
How long is the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon?
The Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon take place?
The Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon takes place in Durham, NC, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Race 13.1 Durham Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Race 13.1 Durham 10K?
How long is the Race 13.1 Durham 10K?
Where does the Race 13.1 Durham 10K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Race 13.1 Durham 10K?
How can I prepare for the Race 13.1 Durham 10K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Race 13.1 Durham 10K?
The Race 13.1 Durham 10K offers a lively early-morning urban course at 8:10 AM on 6 December 2025, traversing the American Tobacco Trail and downtown greenway corridors, providing a festive and fast-paced option for runners. Organized by Capstone Event Group, the race starts and finishes at Johnson Volvo Cars Durham, with awards at 9:15 AM.
The Race 13.1 Durham 10K is 10km long.
The Race 13.1 Durham 10K takes place in Durham, NC, USA.
Runna classifies the Race 13.1 Durham 10K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Race 13.1 Durham 10K?
The Race 13.1 Durham 10K offers a lively early-morning urban course at 8:10 AM on 6 December 2025, traversing the American Tobacco Trail and downtown greenway corridors, providing a festive and fast-paced option for runners. Organized by Capstone Event Group, the race starts and finishes at Johnson Volvo Cars Durham, with awards at 9:15 AM.
How long is the Race 13.1 Durham 10K?
The Race 13.1 Durham 10K is 10km long.
Where does the Race 13.1 Durham 10K take place?
The Race 13.1 Durham 10K takes place in Durham, NC, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Race 13.1 Durham 10K?
Runna classifies the Race 13.1 Durham 10K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Race 13.1 Durham 10K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Race 13.1 Durham 10K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Race 13.1 Durham 5K?
How long is the Race 13.1 Durham 5K?
Where does the Race 13.1 Durham 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Race 13.1 Durham 5K?
How can I prepare for the Race 13.1 Durham 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Race 13.1 Durham 5K?
The 5K Run, held at 8:20 AM on 6 December 2025, winds through Durham’s downtown and greenway loops with minimal elevation, making it a great post-Thanksgiving fitness option. Hosted by Capstone Event Group, it uses the same start/finish at Southpoint Autopark Blvd, Durham and awards are given at 9:15 AM.
The Race 13.1 Durham 5K is 5km long.
The Race 13.1 Durham 5K takes place in Durham, NC, USA.
Runna classifies the Race 13.1 Durham 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Race 13.1 Durham 5K?
The 5K Run, held at 8:20 AM on 6 December 2025, winds through Durham’s downtown and greenway loops with minimal elevation, making it a great post-Thanksgiving fitness option. Hosted by Capstone Event Group, it uses the same start/finish at Southpoint Autopark Blvd, Durham and awards are given at 9:15 AM.
How long is the Race 13.1 Durham 5K?
The Race 13.1 Durham 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Race 13.1 Durham 5K take place?
The Race 13.1 Durham 5K takes place in Durham, NC, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Race 13.1 Durham 5K?
Runna classifies the Race 13.1 Durham 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Race 13.1 Durham 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Race 13.1 Durham 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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