From a 5K to a marathon and everything in between, find out which races are topping the charts and have thousands of runners flocking to the starting line each year.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race 10K
<a href="http://www.active.com/atlanta-ga" target="_blank">Atlanta, Georgia</a> - 50,918 FinishersThis annual Independence Day classic is an Atlanta fixture and attracts runners worldwide. Read More
Register TodayLilac Bloomsday Run 12K
Spokane, Washington - 50,721 FinishersSince 1977, the Lilac Bloomsday Run 12K has been a Spokane staple. Have you ever run this race? Read More
Register TodayDick's Sporting Goods BolderBOULDER 10K
Boulder, Colorado - 50,477 Finishers"Sea level is for sissies" is the slogan for the BolderBOULDER 10K. This race requires a qualifying time and attracts some of the top talent. Read More
Register TodayING New York City Marathon
<a href="http://www.active.com/new-york-ny" target="_blank">New York, New York</a> - 44,977 FinishersAs part of the World Marathon Majors, this NYC race offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to run around the Big Apple. It's no wonder so many runners are lining up to join. Read More
Register TodayBank of America Chicago Marathon
<a href="http://www.active.com/chicago-il" target="_blank">Chicago, Illinois</a> - 36,088 FinishersAnother World Marathon Majors favorite, the Chicago Marathon is a classic race that draws in thousands each year. Read More
Register TodayRace for the Cure: DC 5K
<a href="http://www.active.com/washington-dc" target="_blank">Washington, DC</a> - 35,143 FinishersThe Race for the Cure in Washington, DC is the largest of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure races, which have raised more than $1 billion for the fight against breast cancer. Read More
Register TodayCooper River Bridge Run 10K
Charleston, South Carolina - 33,057 FinishersRun across the Cooper River bridge in this classic 10K. The race also benefits any number of charities and let's you pick the organization of your choice. Read More
Register TodayOneAmerica 500 Festival Half-Marathon
<a href="http://www.active.com/indianapolis-in/" target="_blank">Indianapolis, Indiana</a> - 31,046 FinishersThis annual sellout race is the nation's largest half marathon event. What else can you run through the Indianapolis Motor Speedway? Read More
Register TodayUkrop's Monument Avenue 10K
Richmond, Virginia - 30,853 FinishersThis race was named one of the best running races in the country by USA Today. Runners come in costume and are cheered to the finish line with spirit groups and spectators. Read More
Register TodayEIF Revlon Run for Women: LA 5K
<a href="http://www.active.com/los-angeles-ca" target="_blank">Los Angeles, California</a> - 28,905 FinishersSince 1993, the Revlon Run/Walk 5K has raised millions of dollars for cancer research, counseling, and outreach programs to celebrate and empower women. Read More
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