What race distances can I run in Wilmington?
Wilmington has 5K (19), 10K (8), Half Marathon (9). 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, North Carolina
Upcoming running races in and near Wilmington, North Carolina - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
21 upcoming races · 11 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, Aug 15, 2026Flunk Cancer 5K Wilmington, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (33) Wilmington, NCFrom $30Details Tue, Aug 18, 2026Without Limits Track Series Wilmington, NCFrom $5Details Thu, Sep 10, 2026Lion Pride 5K Wilmington, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Wilmington Beach Blast XC Invite Wilmington, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Strides for WHA Wilmington, NCFrom $40Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (38) Wilmington, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026She ROCKS Run Wilmington, NCFrom $25Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026Recess at the Lake 5K and 1 Mile Wilmington, NCFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Run for the Ta Tas Wilmington, NCFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026CRH Run for Recovery 5K Wilmington, NCFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (42) Wilmington, NCFrom $30Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026Zombie Run Wilmington, NCFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (44) Wilmington, NCFrom $30Register Sun, Nov 15, 2026Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K Wilmington, NCFrom $55Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (47) Wilmington, NCFrom $30Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Cape Fear Habitat Turkey Trot Wilmington, NCFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Wilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K Wilmington, NCFrom $55Details Sun, Dec 6, 2026William H. Craig Race for Life 5K and 10K Wilmington, NCFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (51) Wilmington, NCFrom $30Details Fri, Feb 26, 2027Novant Health Wilmington NC Marathon Wilmington, NCFrom $20Details
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 Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Wilmington
When is race season in Wilmington?
September is the busiest month for races in Wilmington, with 6 of the 21, followed by October 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?
8 of the 21 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 11 races in Wilmington with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:23, 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.
Are there trail races near Wilmington?
Yes, one race around Wilmington gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.