Saturday, December 5, 2026

START/FINISH

Riverfront Park | 10 Cowan St | Wilmington, NC | 28401

START TIME

The 5K starts at 7:00 AM 
The 10K starts at 7:30 AM
The Half Marathon starts at 7:45 AM

WHY RUN THE HISTORIC RACE

Check out the list below that includes some of the many reasons to run The Wilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K!

Plus, don't forget to visit our Race Info page to learn more about race swag, race weekend schedule, course maps, FAQ, and more!

1. The Wilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K was voted the 2024 Best Half Marathon in North Carolina by RaceRaves!

2. You choose your distance:

• Half Marathon

• 10K

• 5K

• Challenge (5K followed by the Half Marathon). We are the only race in Wilmington to offer this!

3. All three courses take runners through amazing views of historic downtown Wilmington.

4. An awesome Finish Line party will be waiting for you! You’ll cross the finish line in Riverfront Park where there will be music, free beer from Wrightsville Beach Brewery and Oden Brewing Company, as well as some good ‘ole BBQ from BH BBQ Sauces & Smoke!

TAKE ON THE HISTORIC CHALLENGE

Run both the 5K & Half Marathon and earn all the swag! (16.2 miles)

Challenge registration includes: Race bib, Half Marathon finisher medal, long sleeve shirt, 5K finisher medal and bonus gift!

CHALLENGE RUNNERS SPECIAL NOTE: You 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. 

BRING THE WHOLE TEAM

Running is even more fun with friends! Stick together or race each other to the finish line, your choice! Grab your friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, etc. and don't miss this opportunity to run the Wilmington Historic with your favorite people by your side!

Plus! The biggest team wins a gift card to Oden Brewing Company!

Please Note: Teammates do not need to run the same distance! Each teammate may choose their own distance (Half, 10K, 5K, or Challenge).

FAQ

If you have questions about the Wilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K, you can find answers to our Frequesntly Asked Questions HERE.