Fall weather is already here in Lincoln -- great weather for running. Running is a good way to have fun with the family while focusing on fitness. Lincoln is a runner-friendly city, with many races and fun runs suitable for families and kids.
Some of the local upcoming family-friendly running events include:
👟5K Bubble Run: Sunday, September 14, 10:00 AM, UNL City Campus. Website.
Get ready to run, laugh, and get soaked in bubbles! Join the Women’s Husker Hockey team for our first-ever Husker 5K Bubble Run Fundraiser. This fun-filled course features bubble zones along the way — perfect for all ages and fitness levels! Bring your friends, wear something fun, and get ready for a bubbly good time! Whether you're racing or just enjoying the suds, your support helps the Huskers shine on and off the ice. Don’t miss this unforgettable mix of fitness, fun, and Husker spirit!
👟49th Annual Buffalo Run 5K: Sunday, September 21, 8:00 AM, Pioneers Park. Website.
The Lincoln Track Club, in coordination with the Lincoln Running Company, is proud to present the 49th annual Buffalo Run, at Lincoln's beautiful Pioneers Park.
👟Monster Dash 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run: Saturday, September 27, 7:30 am- 9:00 am, Roca Berry Farm. Website.
BraveBe Child Advocacy Center's 18th Annual Halloween Fun Run! Get ready to lace up your running shoes, throw on your spookiest, silliest, or most creative costume, and join us for one of the most fun and festive fall traditions in Lincoln!
👟Prairie Run and Ramble 1, 2.25 and 3.5 mile: Sunday, September 28, 8:30 AM, Pioneers Park, Website.
Run through the gorgeous prairie at Pioneers Park.
👟Pumpkin Run 1 Mile Youth Fun Run: Sunday, September 28th, 10:00 AM-12:30 PM, The Railyard. Website.
A one-mile youth fun run for elementary-aged children. It’s the largest run of its kind in the nation! Ready, Set, RUN!
👟Woods Park Twilight Run Wilds Things 1 Mile and Woods Park 5 K: Saturday, October 18, 5:45 PM, Woods Park. Website.
This is a community centered event with racing for all abilities and ages. This is a one of a kind run/race where you will do multiple laps of the same course run cross country style on the grass at WOODS PARK. Perfect for friends and family to come cheer you on.
👟YMCA of Lincoln Turkey Trot 1 Mile Run Run/Walk, Family 1 Mile, Tot Trot, and YMCA Turkey Trot 5K: Thursday, November 27th, 7:45 AM, Downtown Lincoln. Website.
The YMCA of Lincoln Turkey Trot presented by Union Bank & Trust returns for its 17th year as one of the highly favored traditions on Thanksgiving morning. We'll be back this year to race in the streets of downtown Lincoln!
👟Holiday Run 5K Run/Walk ,1Mile Fun Run, Kids' Grand Prix 1 Mile: Sunday, December 7, 2025, 10:00 AM. Pioneers Park. Website.
Put your best Holiday gear on and get your miles in!
Is your organization having a fun run? Email us at marym@macaronikid.com and we will add it to the list!
Check out our calendar for more family friendly events.
