About New Bern & Area Races

Area Races of Interest

TRAIL to TRYON - November 11, 2023 | 7 a.m. – noon

Come to New Bern for an amazing race weekend and register to participate in a 5K, 10K or Half Marathon. The race starts at the gates of Tryon Palace and continues through New Bern’s charming downtown district, iconic waterfront parks, and beautiful residential neighborhoods. The race ends at the NC History Center. The post-race ceremony will include a waterfront celebration offering fun-filled events for all ages.

Twin Rivers YMCA - TURKEY TROT - November 28, 2024 | 7 a.m. – noon

17th Annual Turkey Trot 5K & 10K - Join TWIN RIVERS YMCA for our 16th Annual Turkey Trot 5K and 10K on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Taberna Golf and Country Club (401 Taberna Way New Bern, NC). Our 5K route is perfect for families, strollers, and leashed dogs and will be open to timed and untimed runners and walkers. The 10K is geared towards the competitive runner and is open to timed runners only