Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Miler NC

Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Miler

Run off the indulgent meal by racing the Black Toenail Friday race the Friday after Thanksgiving! This race offers a half marathon or 7.5 mile distance on the trails at the Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area - Pine Hill Trail Head. Make this race more fun by having the entire family sign up!

Thanksgiving Weekend Tradition Kick off the holiday season with a late morning trail race! Crisp air, evergreens, and the quiet beauty of the late fall create the perfect backdrop for your Black Toenail Friday run. Whether you’re chasing a PR or soaking up the vibes, this race is your chance to leave the holiday stress behind and make the most of your long weekend. This isn’t just a race—it’s a tradition. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this new Black Friday running event!

Half Marathon

Price: $60
Time: 11:00AM EST
Registration Opens December 8, 2025 at 12:00am EST

Half Marathon - Ruck

Price: $60
Time: 11:00AM EST
Registration Opens December 8, 2025 at 12:00am EST

Half Marathon - Economy Package

Price: $45
Time: 11:00AM EST
Registration Opens December 8, 2025 at 12:00am EST

7.5 Mile

Price: $45
Time: 11:00AM EST
Registration Opens December 8, 2025 at 12:00am EST

7.5 Mile - Ruck

Price: $45
Time: 11:00AM EST
Registration Opens December 8, 2025 at 12:00am EST

7.5 Mile - Economy Package

Price: $33
Time: 11:00AM EST
Registration Opens December 8, 2025 at 12:00am EST

Virtual Half Marathon

Price: $40
Registration Opens December 8, 2025 at 12:00am EST

Virtual 7.5 Mile

Price: $40
Registration Opens December 8, 2025 at 12:00am EST

What's Included in Registration?
Custom Black Toenail Friday long-sleeved shirt.
Awesome post-race food and drinks
Live Results
Great Awards
The greatest excuse to not be out shopping all day!
Finishers Medal

This race offers Economy & Virtual registration. Click here for more details.

Event Location: Cane Creek Mountains Natural Area - Pine Hill Trail Head, 5075 Bass Mountain Rd, Snow Camp, NC US 27349

Welcome to our new tradition in North Carolina over the Thanksgiving holiday. Feel free to relax on Thanksgiving we are celebrating the holiday with a trail race on Black Friday! Come on out to Black Toenail Friday, we have an event for everyone! With a Half Marathon and 7.5 miles there is an opportunity to get out and burn off the amazing Thanksgiving meal. With a late start you won't be worried about waking up early! We are excited to continue having this race at Cane Creek Natural Mountains Area. There will be some wildly fun and challenging trails. Hopefully you can come out, avoid black toenails, and enjoy Black Toenail Friday with us!