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Eagle 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Wilmington, NC (29)

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

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityWell OrganizedGreat Medal

Course

Fast Flat

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

US Road Running Races US Road Running races are built for runners and walkers who like friendly, low-pressure race days with just enough competition to keep things exciting. Our events are local, welcoming, and easy to jump into, whether you are chasing a PR, collecting another themed medal, working toward series points, or just getting outside with good people. Most races are small enough to feel personal but organized enough to feel official. You can expect a clear course, helpful race staff, finisher medals, results, and a relaxed community feel. Bring your fast shoes, your steady walking pace, your favorite running buddy, or your best “I signed up for this on purpose” smile. We will be glad to see you at the start line. A quick race-day note: because many US Road Running events are small local races, we normally have one or two staff members at each race. EMS is not stationed on site, and water stations are limited to the finish area at the end of each lap and at the race finish. Please plan for the weather, bring anything you may want between laps, and check in with race staff if you need help. View Race Course, Results, and Race Information on the US Road Running race page.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Start Location

Halyburton Park, Wilmington, NC, 28412

Directions

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

5K10K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage2/20

1 year running

Size4/15

~7 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw2/10

runners from 2 states

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:43:42

Weather0/10

typical high 88°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (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

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:40p50 median ≈ 2:152:50
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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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