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Shakori 40 Running Festival

Pittsboro, United States • 4-5 Dec 2026

Event Overview

The Shakori 40 Running Festival is a two-day event held on December 4-5, 2026. It takes place at the Shakori Hills Community Art Center, located at 1439 Henderson Tanyard Rd in Pittsboro, North Carolina.

Running Events

The festival features several running events:

  • 40 mile Individual ultramarathon.
  • 40K Individual Open race.
  • 40 Mile Team Relay for teams of up to 10 members. The relay uses an age and gender-graded system to determine the winning team.
  • 4 mile Open Race.

The course is described as a cross-country style route that winds through the grounds of the community art center.

Festival Activities

In addition to the races, the event includes a festival atmosphere. Activities and amenities include live music, camping, a Friday night cookout, bonfires, and craft beer. A non-runner ticket is available for spectators. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Pittsboro

Race information

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40 mi
40 Mile Individual
40 km
40k Individual Open
4 mi
4 Mile Open Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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