Award Winning: Voted 2024 Best Half Marathon in NC by Race Raves!
Four Options: Choose from 4 different races- Half Marathon, 10K, 5K or the Challenge. The Challenge consists of the 5K followed by the Half Marathon. We are the only race in Wilmington to offer this.
Scenic Routes: All 3 courses take runners through some amazing views in a completely closed course through historic downtown Wilmington.
Bridges and Riverwalk: Run over all 3 downtown bridges and over 1 mile along the nationβs top-rated riverwalk (Half Marathon & 10K only).
Finish Line Party: An awesome Finish Line party is waiting for you! Youβll cross the finish line in Riverfront Park where there will be music, free beer from Wrightsville Beach Brewery and yummy food!
π WHERE IS THE START/FINISH LINE?
Location: Riverfront Park | 10 Cowan St | Wilmington, NC | 28401
β° WHAT TIME DOES IT ALL START?
5K Start: 7:00 AM
10K Start: TBD
Half Marathon Start: 7:45 AM
π TAKE ON THE HISTORIC CHALLENGE
Challenge Distance: Run both the 5K & Half Marathon and earn all the swag! (16.2 miles)
Included in Challenge: Race bib, Half Marathon finisher medal, long sleeve shirt, 5K finisher medal, Challenge slider and bonus gift!
Special Note: Challenge runners must complete the 5K under 45 min. in order to be at the Half Marathon start line by 7:45. There will be no late starts.
π ARE THERE AWARDS?
Medals for All: Every participant will earn a finisher medal!
Awards Tent: Top runners will be recognized. Stop by the Awards Tent to pick up your award! (No ceremony due to different start times: awards will not be mailed.)
Age Group Brackets: The age group brackets can be found on our FAQ page.