Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29)
Wilmington's US Road Running series offers a fast, flat half marathon along the Cape Fear River.
Race Date
Jul 18, 2026
Location
Wilmington, NC
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Location
- Wilmington, North Carolina
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Out & Back
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 7
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
This US Road Running event in Wilmington, NC, presents a straightforward out-and-back course designed for speed. Runners will navigate the paved paths along the Cape Fear River, with the half marathon completing the out-and-back segment six times. The course is notably flat, with minimal elevation change, making it a prime candidate for setting personal bests.
The race is part of a series that typically draws participants from across the country, aiming for competitive times. With a generous 3.5-hour time limit, it's accessible to a range of runners. The event emphasizes a no-frills, efficient race day experience, focusing on the run itself and offering standard series perks like finisher medals and shirts.
Race-provided description
Race Information The race starts at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration. Additional Information Parking and Starting Line Located Near https://maps.app.goo.gl/veh8SNceATYQPe1C6 5K Course (0.78M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6630330868 The course is an out-and-back (1.56M) The 5K does the out-and-back two times. Half Marathon Course (1.09M) https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6600462273 The course is an out-and-back (2.18M). The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times. Course Time Limit 3 hours and 30 minutes. Finisher Medals https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php Shirt and Gear Shop https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php Best Costume https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php Series Points https://usroadrunning.com/S.php Awards https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php Frequently Asked Questions and Information https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php US Road Running https://usroadrunning.com
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Start Location
Halyburton Park, Wilmington, NC, 28412
Course Info
Course Type
Out & Back
Terrain
road
Scenery
Lake River
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
1 year running
~7 finishers a year
small race — neutral
0% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 2 states
winner 1:43:42
typical high 88°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
76°
Afternoon (High)
88°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
81%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 7 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2023
Total finishers
7
Median time
2:19:45
Latest turnout
7
States
2
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29)?
The Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29) is held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29) take place?
It takes place in Wilmington, North Carolina.
What distances does the Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29) offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29) course flat and good for a PR?
The Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29) is a ultra-flat, out & back course.
How many people run the Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29)?
HalfRuns has finish records for 7 runners who have completed the Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29).
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