Destination Marathons is offering two types of VIP packages with incredible runner perks and exclusive race benefits. Check them out below!

Stay + Play Package
Get the full VIP experience including 2 nights at the Hotel Ballast, pre-race dinner, and so much more! See below for more details.

Play Only Package
Experience the VIP package without overnight accommodations. This is a great option for local runners. See below for more details.
Our Stay + Play Package is the ideal race weekend wrapped up with a bow. Runners will enjoy 2 nights at the lush Hotel Ballast, located just 2 blocks from the start / finish line. Enjoy a pre-race dinner catered directly to your hotel, and much more!
Benefits
The Hotel Ballast overlooks the heart of downtown Wilmington. Just 2 blocks from the start / finish, this hotel offers runners a lush and convenient stay. Package is based on double occupancy with the option to upgrade to a private room for an added cost. Email Berkley@destination-marathons.com to room with a friend, or let us pick a same-sex roommate for you.
- Free parking at hotel (normally $15/day)
- Exclusive Wilmington Marathon hoodie T-shirt for VIP runners only (not guaranteed past Jan. 25, 2021)
- Destination Marathon concierge available throughout the weekend
- Express packet pick-up at the race expo
- VIP goodie bag
- Welcome reception for VIP runners and their guests Friday in VIP Hospitality Suite (3:00pm-
5:30pm) - Catered pre-race pasta buffet Friday night in VIP Hospitality Suite (5:30pm-8:00pm)
- Grab-and-go breakfast the morning of the race
- Access to the “last minute bag” with supplies you may have forgotten
- Access to DM private suite before the race with bathroom, drinks, and light snacks
- Separate gear check in VIP pre-race location
- Premium cheer station for your spectators
- Private post-race celebration with food, drinks, and access to massages
Our hotel is conveniently located 2 blocks from the start / finish.
- VIP treatment for your spectators. Each VIP package includes (1) spectator
- Sign making station at pre-race dinner
- Access to DM private suite before the race with bathroom, drinks, and light snacks
- Premium cheer station
Additional Spectators $25 /each
$375 /person based on double occupancy. Two payers per room. Your choice of roommate or ours. Both roommates must purchase a package. (Package includes 1 non-runner guest).
Upgrade to private room for $525 (Includes 1 non-runner guest)
Additional spectators $25
Schedule
Friday, April 16th, 2021
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Meet Destination Marathons hosts in the lobby who can answer any questions during check-in and help you with any needs*
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Exclusive Wilmington Marathon hoodie tee shirt (VIP runners only)
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Pick up VIP goodie bag*
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Welcome reception for VIP runners and guests in VIP Hospitality Suite (3:00pm-5:30pm)*
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Catered pre-race pasta buffet in VIP Hospitality Suite (5:30pm-8:00pm)*
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Grab-and-go breakfast available (pick up at dinner or race morning)*
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Express packet pick-up at race Expo
*Denotes Stay and Play package only
*Expo runs from 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM on Friday
Saturday, April 17th, 2021
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Grab-and-go breakfast available (4:30-5:15 in Hotel Ballast lobby)
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Access to DM private suite before the race with bathroom, drinks, and light snacks
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Separate gear check in VIP pre-race location
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VIP treatment for your spectators
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Premium cheer station for your spectators
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Private post-race party with food, drink, and access to massages
Sunday, April 18th, 2021
- Hotel Checkout
Benefits
- Exclusive Wilmington Marathon hoodie T-shirt for VIP runners only (not guaranteed past Jan. 25, 2021)
- Destination Marathon concierge available throughout the weekend
- Express packet pick-up at the race expo
- VIP goodie bag
- Grab-and-go breakfast the morning of the race
- Access to the “last minute bag” with supplies you may have forgotten
- Access to DM private suite before the race with bathroom, drinks, and light snacks
- Separate gear check in VIP pre-race location
- Premium cheer station for your spectators
- Private post-race celebration with food, drinks, and access to massages
- VIP treatment for your spectators. Each VIP package includes (1) spectator
- Access to DM private suite before the race with bathroom, drinks, and light snacks
- Premium cheer station for your spectators
Additional Spectators $25 /each
$115 /person
Additional spectators $25
Schedule
Friday, February 26th, 2021
- Express packet pick-up at the race Expo
- Exclusive Wilmington Marathon hoodie t-shirt (VIP runners only)
Saturday, February 27th, 2021
- Grab-and-go breakfast available (4:30-5:15 in Hotel Ballast lobby)
- Hassle-free transportation directly from Hotel Ballast to start (5:15 am)
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Access to DM private suite before the race with bathroom, drinks, and light snacks
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Separate gear check in VIP pre-race location
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VIP treatment for your spectators
-
Premium cheer station for your spectators
-
Private post-race party with food, drink, and access to massages
VIP Stay + Play
Price per person based on double occupancy- Two nights at the Hotel Ballast
- FREE parking at hotel (normally $15/day)
- Catered pre-race pasta buffet Friday night in VIP Hospitality Suite (5:30pm-8:00pm)
- Welcome reception for VIP runners and their guests Friday in VIP Hospitality Suite (3:00pm-5:30pm)
- (1) included spectator
- Exclusive Wilmington Marathon hoodie T-shirt for VIP runners only (not guaranteed past Jan. 25, 2021)
- Destination Marathon hosts available throughout the weekend
- Express packet pick-up at the race expo
- VIP goodie bag
- Grab-and-go breakfast the morning of the race
- Access to the “last minute bag” with supplies you may have forgotten
- Access to DM private suite before the race with bathroom, drinks, and light snacks
- Separate gear check in VIP pre-race location
- Premium cheer station for your spectators
- Private post-race celebration with food, drinks, and access to massages
VIP Play Only
Price per person- Two Nights at the Hotel Ballast
- FREE parking at hotel (normally $15/day)
- Catered pre-race pasta buffet Friday night in VIP Hospitality Suite (5:30pm-8:00pm)
- Welcome reception for VIP runners and their guests Friday in VIP Hospitality Suite (3:00pm-5:30pm)
- (1) included spectator
- Exclusive Wilmington Marathon hoodie T-shirt for VIP runners only (not guaranteed past Jan. 25, 2021)
- Destination Marathon hosts available throughout the weekend
- Express packet pick-up at the race expo
- VIP goodie bag
- Grab-and-go breakfast the morning of the race
- Access to the “last minute bag” with supplies you may have forgotten
- Access to DM private suite before the race with bathroom, drinks, and light snacks
- Separate gear check in VIP pre-race location
- Premium cheer station for your spectators
- Private post-race celebration with food, drinks, and access to massages
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