ABOUT THE COURSE
The course will start at Johnny Mercer Pier overlooking the Atlantic Ocean at sunrise. The half, full and relay will take off and head west toward downtown Wilmington. The 5K and 1 mile will start and finish downtown Wilmington at the Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
The first 5 miles will be on flat main roads with one lane of traffic dedicated to the runners. Spectators can watch along this portion and can head downtown for the finish. Roads will be open for traffic at all times with a few detours. Once the runners hit mile 6.5, they will turn onto US 74 and head downtown. While Spectators are not allowed here, the race will be providing entertainment on this stretch of highway. Look for Wilmington themed stations along the way!
By mile 9, US 74 raises up with a slight incline over the marsh land of Wilmington and runners will be elevated over land for 1.5 miles until they reach downtown and descend downhill for over a mile. The half marathon runs through Historic Downtown Wilmington to the River Front finish. The full marathon will continue to beautiful Greenfield Lake. At this point, the rest of the course is mostly flat as the course travels around Greenfield Lake trail as an out and back. The finish is located at Live Oak Bank Pavilion in beautiful Historic Downtown Wilmington.
COURSE
Half/Full/Relay Start: Johnny Mercer Pier, Wrightsville Beach
Half/Full/Relay Finish: Downtown Wilmington Live Oak Bank Pavilion
Expo/Packet Pickup: Wilmington Convention Center
MARATHON and HALF MARATHON COURSE
Distance: 26.2 miles and 13.1 miles
Course: Point to Point
Elevation: 40 ft.
Aid Stations: Half and Full (2, 4, 6.5, 10) Full Cont. (12.5, 14.5, 16.5, 18.8, 19.1, 21.5, 23.5, 25)
Boston Qualification: YES – 15%-21% of people qualify
The Fleet Feet Downtown 5K 
Distance: 3.1 miles
Start: Live Oak Bank Pavilion
Course: Downtown Wilmington
Elevation: 30ft
Lidl 1 Mile Glow Run Presented by Truist
Distance: 1 mile
Start: Live Oak Bank Pavilion
Course: Downtown Wilmington
Event Details: We are excited for the Lidl 1 mile glow run presented by Truist. This is a free event inclusive for all kids who would like to participate. Why is it free? We want to give kids of all backgrounds an opportunity to experience the NOVANT HEALTH Wilmington Marathon weekend while promoting health and wellness. Parents can choose to purchase their child’s registration or anyone can donate a registration through our platform.
All kids get a timed race, a race t-shirt, medal and free food at the finish!
