Viking Dash - Greensboro, NC

Set your sights on the Viking Dash - Greensboro, NC, an exhilarating trail running experience awaiting you on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Held at the picturesque Hagan-Stone Park in Pleasant Garden, NC, this event challenges runners with both 5K and 10K distances, inviting all brave souls to embrace the "Viking Challenge." Participants can expect a diverse course that winds through scenic trails, incorporating a blend of single-track paths, logging roads, and paved sections, complete with some engaging hills that promise a true test of grit and spirit.

The Viking Dash has earned its reputation as one of the fastest-growing trail run series in the nation, celebrated for its unique atmosphere and the camaraderie it fosters among runners. Typical race day conditions in late February offer cool temperatures, with highs around 58F and lows near 36F, and only a 15% chance of precipitation, creating ideal running weather for conquering the course. Finishers of the 2026 race will be rewarded with the awe-inspiring Viking Longship Medal, a 5-inch masterpiece worthy of any warrior's collection, along with a commemorative long-sleeve shirt. Top overall and age group finishers will also receive high-quality Viking Knit Battle Socks, making this more than just a race—it's an opportunity to forge your own legend.