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The Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M in Wilmington, North Carolina, is a US Road Running event with Halloween themes, offering 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances. All races commence at 8:00 AM. Packet pickup is available from 7:30 AM until 7:50 AM. Registration must be completed via RunSignup in advance; no race-day sign-ups will be accepted. The 5K course involves two repetitions of a short out-and-back section. The half marathon course consists of six repetitions of a longer out-and-back section. This design utilizes a compact, looping format instead of a linear route through Wilmington. The event has a 3 hour and 30 minute time limit. Participants receive medals, and awards will be presented. Series points are awarded, and a best costume prize ensures the haunted theme is integrated beyond just the event's title.

Tideland 24 is a supported 24-hour ultramarathon in Cedar Point, North Carolina, within the Croatan National Forest. Participants will complete laps on the USATF-certified 1.37779-mile loop of the Tideland National Recreation Trail, structuring the race around consistent laps instead of a single point-to-point course. The event is organized by Tideland 24, with all proceeds benefiting the Marine Raider Foundation. The loop crosses the White Oak River, passing through salt marsh and forest, featuring aluminum and wooden bridges. The course consists of well-groomed crushed gravel with minimal elevation change. Runners may observe wildlife and the shifting tides throughout the event. Awards are presented to the top three male and female finishers, along with a distinct award for the highest-ranking active duty performance. A 100 Mile belt buckle is awarded to any runner achieving 100 miles. The Marine Raider Foundation provides support to active duty and medically retired Marine Raiders, their families, families of those killed in action, Raiders who are wounded or transitioning, and MARSOC Gold Star families.

The Gobbler 5K, 10K & 13.1M is a running event in Wilmington, North Carolina, offering three distances: 5K, 10K, and a half marathon. It begins at 8:00 AM from 4099 S 17th St. Packet pickup opens 30 minutes before the start and closes 10 minutes prior. Participants must register in advance via RunSignup, as no race-day registration is available on-site. The courses consist of simple out-and-back loops, making them easy to navigate and pace. The 5K involves completing a 1.56-mile out-and-back segment twice. The half marathon uses a 2.18-mile out-and-back segment six times. The event has a 3 hour 30 minute time limit. It is part of the US Road Running series, known for family-friendly events for runners and walkers, often featuring themed race branding and finisher medals.

The Wilmington Historic Half, 10K & 5K takes place in Wilmington, North Carolina, in December. All races run on closed roads through the historic downtown. Participants can select the half marathon, 10K, 5K, a virtual option, or the Challenge. The Challenge combines the early 5K with the half marathon, totaling 16.2 miles. A strict cutoff applies to the Challenge: the 5K must be completed in under 45 minutes, as the half marathon begins later that morning with no exceptions for late starts. The half marathon and 10K traverse all three downtown bridges and include over a mile on Wilmington’s well-regarded riverwalk, concluding in Riverfront Park. The 5K offers accessibility, while the Challenge presents a demanding local format for more competitive runners. All finishers receive a medal; Challenge participants get two medals and additional merchandise. The finish area features music, food, and beer from Wrightsville Beach Brewery and Oden Brewing Company. Race Raves voters recognized the half marathon as North Carolina’s top race, aligning with the event’s blend of downtown streets, bridges, riverfront paths, and efficient race-day logistics.

The William H. Craig Race for Life is an annual holiday 5K and 10K in Wilmington, North Carolina, held at the UNCW Greene Track. Participants select either distance, with the event structured around a morning race and a Christmas-season atmosphere, not just a standard road race. This is the oldest and largest holiday race in the Cape Fear region, honoring Dr. Bill Craig’s legacy and his community work in Wilmington. The day features snowball fights, elves, Santa, and hot chocolate. Proceeds benefit Girls on the Run, STRIDE, Victory Junction Gang Camp, and the Bill Craig Memorial Scholarship.

Beat the Bridge challenges runners in Jacksonville, North Carolina, to complete a 10K or 5K run that crosses two bridges and goes through the downtown area during winter. Virtual 10K and 5K options are also available. The in-person races begin at 8 a.m. Eastern time from the Sturgeon City area on Court Street. A free Stroller Child entry for ages 1 to 5 is available for families. The course highlights the bridges as its central feature, with the downtown location connecting the race to Jacksonville and Onslow County. The event is designed for local runners, military families, and the broader community. A portion of the funds raised will benefit Semper Fi & America's Fund. Bib prizes will be awarded randomly during packet pickup on Friday. The Jacksonville-Onslow Sports Commission owns and operates the race as part of the JOSC Race Series, with Marine Chevy serving as the presenting sponsor.

Run With Your Heart offers 5K, 10K, 15K, and virtual race options, based in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The route begins and ends at Riverwalk Crossing Park. Ainsley's Angels of Eastern Carolina hosts the event, now in its 13th year. Proceeds benefit Ainsley's Angels in Eastern Carolina and Ainsley's Angels in America. The course is flat and fast, set in a small-town environment designed to provide a larger race-day atmosphere. Participants, including runners, walkers, and riders, will travel through historic downtown Jacksonville. The 5K Run/Walk/Roll is designed to accommodate athletes of all abilities. A resource fair at the finish area continues the event's focus on inclusion after the race concludes.