race - a contest of speed; "the race is to the swift"

fun run, funrun - a footrace run for fun (often including runners who are sponsored for a charity)

marathon - a footrace of 26 miles 385 yards

obstacle race - a race in which competitors must negotiate obstacles

steeplechase - a footrace of usually 3000 meters over a closed track with hurdles and a water jump

track event - a footrace performed on a track (indoor or outdoor)