The Wilmington Historic Half Marathon & 5K is a premier race in the Southeast taking runners through the most historic areas of downtown Wilmington North Carolina and finishing down the nation’s top-rated river walk! In the last 5 years, this event has grown to be one of the largest and favorites among runners and walkers both of who enjoy a scenic course and incredible finish line swag!
In 2022, the event features some really unique swag for all finishers. Half Marathoner’s receive a long sleeve tech shirt and a massive 6″ spinning medal. 5K participants will receive a knit beanie and an NC state shaped medal. The first 1500 registered participants will also receive a commemorative iron-on patch!
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When?
This race always takes place on the first Saturday in December with a Half Marathon & 5K as well as a 2 race challenge allowing participants to run the 5K then the Half Marathon to earn all the swag on 1 morning.
Where?
Wilmington North Carolina is where this race takes place. We start at the new Rivertown Park, take runners through the historic district which many say sets our course apart from any others. We tackle the 3 bridges in the first 5 miles and take you all the way around the lake – no out and back.. We finish down the nation’s top rated riverwalk and back into the park. An amazing course you won’t forget!
The Wilmington Marathon & 5K is an event you don’t want to miss. See all of the race information and register on the website here