How does a Virtual 5K Work?
1. When and Where is the 5K (3.1 miles)?
Run a 5K anytime and anywhere between April 2 - April 9
2. Do I have to run?
NO! Run, Walk, Skip, OR Shuffle. Just cover 3.1 miles anyway you would like.
3. How do I know I have completed 3.1 miles?
*If you have a fitness tracker that shows mileage that is perfectly fine to use.
*Check out the MAP section of our website for some suggested 5K courses throughout Wilmington, NC.
4. UPLOAD your Results and a Photo
When you finish your 5K Upload your Results and Photos. Uploading your results and photos will take about 1 minute when you finish your 5K. Just check the FAQ section for quick and easy uploading instructions.
5. Are there awards?
We have the BEST awards ever for the ICY 5K. The one award everyone wants the most...BRAGGING RIGHTS! We will have an individual leader board and a team leaderboard so you can see where you stack up!
6. Can I run multiple times and submit my best time!
Absolutely if you are competing for Bragging Rights...find a group of runners to pace you, run downhill with the wind at your back! All fair game! The only rule..submit an accurate time. We are not your mother or your 2nd grade teacher - we are on the honor system here.
7. Can I stack my team with Super FAST runners to take the leaderboard for the Fastest Team?
We hope you do!
8. OK! OK! I have no plans to Run...I am taking a nice easy 3.1 Sunday Stroll. Do I have to submit my results?
YES! Show your support for the event by submitting your results. You can record that you finished without recording a time.
9. How do I get my finisher photo?
Just upload your post 5K photo we will add the race logo and have it ready for you to download in just a couple of minutes.