What race distances can I run in Wilmington?
Wilmington has 5K (18). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Wilmington, Delaware
Upcoming running races in and near Wilmington, Delaware - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
19 upcoming races · 5 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Wilmington races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Sep 12, 20269th Annual Live Like Lukas 5K Wilmington, DEFrom $35Details Thu, Sep 17, 2026Hometown Heroes 5K Run/1 Mile Walk Wilmington, DEFreeDetails Sat, Sep 19, 2026Ramsey's Farm Pumpkin Run - 15k/5k trail run Wilmington, DEFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Hope 4 The Homeless 5K Supporting Sojourners' Place Wilmington, DEFrom $35Details Sun, Sep 27, 202616th Annual Faithful Friends 5K & Mutt Mile Wilmington, DEFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Family Promise 5K and Family Fun Day Wilmington, DEFrom $35Register Sun, Oct 18, 20262026 Delaware Distance Classic 15K Wilmington, DEFrom $30Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2026 - Wilmington, DE Wilmington, DEFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 24, 202630th Annual Smith McMillan 5K - 2026 Wilmington, DEFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Boo & Brew 5K Wilmington, DEFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Roofs From The Heart 5K Wilmington, DEFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Toys for Tots 5K Wilmington, DEFrom $40Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Jack o Lantern Revenge 5K Wilmington, DEFrom $35Details Sun, Nov 15, 2026The Good KARMA 5K Wilmington, DEFrom $44Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Igniting Hope 5K Wilmington, DEFrom $35Details Sun, Nov 22, 2026Rudolph’s Run 5K Wilmington, DEFrom $30Details Sun, Jan 10, 2027Tyler Brown's "I Hate to Run" Memorial 5K Wilmington, DEFrom $30Details Sun, Apr 18, 2027Delaware Running Festival Wilmington, DEFrom $45Details Sat, Apr 24, 2027Hagley 5K/1K Along the Brandywine Wilmington, DEFrom $30Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Sep 10, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Wilmington
When is race season in Wilmington?
October is the busiest month for races in Wilmington, with 6 of the 19, followed by September with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Wilmington?
13 of the 19 races in Wilmington already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Wilmington races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 5 races in Wilmington with published results, the typical median finish is around 39:27, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Wilmington?
Browse Wilmington run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.