Liam Strong Charity Beach Run
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 9:05AM EDT
- Location Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
- Price $38.10 - $54.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the Liam Strong Charity Beach Run on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at the stunning Wrightsville Beach in New Hanover, North Carolina. This uplifting event is dedicated to honoring the memory of Liam Fredric Batten, who touched the lives of many during his brief time with us. Participants can choose between a spirited 5K race and a fun-filled 1-mile run, making it a perfect day for runners of all ages and skill levels.
The day kicks off at Johnnie Mercer's Pier, with packet pickup available on Saturday, September 19, to streamline your race morning experience. Enjoy a warm-up session provided by Axis Fitness, hear heartfelt speeches in memory of Liam, and then set off on your race at 9:05 AM for the 5K and at 9:15 AM for the 1-mile fun run. Don’t miss your chance to win exciting raffle prizes and celebrate the achievements of all participants with awards for top finishers across various age groups. Come be a part of this meaningful event that not only honors a beloved child but also supports the remarkable healthcare professionals at North Carolina Children's Hospital. Your participation helps make a difference!
The day kicks off at Johnnie Mercer's Pier, with packet pickup available on Saturday, September 19, to streamline your race morning experience. Enjoy a warm-up session provided by Axis Fitness, hear heartfelt speeches in memory of Liam, and then set off on your race at 9:05 AM for the 5K and at 9:15 AM for the 1-mile fun run. Don’t miss your chance to win exciting raffle prizes and celebrate the achievements of all participants with awards for top finishers across various age groups. Come be a part of this meaningful event that not only honors a beloved child but also supports the remarkable healthcare professionals at North Carolina Children's Hospital. Your participation helps make a difference!
Organiser's Description
WHAT
THE LIAM STRONG CHARITY BEACH RUN WAS CREATED TO HONOR OUR SON, LIAM FREDRIC BATTEN, WHO WE LOST AT 6 MONTHS OF AGE TO CHILDHOOD CANCER. IN THE SHORT TIME HE WAS HERE, LIAM INSPIRED EVERY PERSON HE TOUCHED IN MORE WAYS THAN WE CAN PUT INTO WORDS. WE WANT TO HONOR LIAM AND GIVE BACK TO ALL OF THE DOCTORS AND NURSES AT NORTH CAROLINA CHILDRENS HOSPITAL THAT ARE SO SPECIAL TO OUR FAMILY.
WHEN
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026
WHERE
JOHNNIE MERCER'S PIER
23 E SALISBURY STREET
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480
PARKING
PARKING IS AVAILABLE THROUGH METERED PARKING (CAN BE PAID WITH CC).
PACKET PICKUP
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026: FLYING MACHINE OYSTER BAR* (530 CAUSEWAY DRIVE WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480)
4-6PM
*If you cannot make it to Pre-Race Packet Pickup, we do offer last chance pick-up on Sunday morning. We encourage you to get your packet on Saturday to avoid lines on race morning.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026
JOHNNIE MERCER'S PIER
23 E SALISBURY STREET
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480
8:00 AM - LAST CHANCE PACKET PICK UP
(**IF YOU PICKED-UP YOUR PACKET ON SATURDAY, YOU DO NOT NEED TO CHECK IN RACE MORNING, JUST HEAD TO THE START LINE)
CHECK IN WILL END AT 8:50AM, AFTER THIS TIME, YOU CAN REGISTER AND COMPLETE THE RACE BUT YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO BE TIMED.
8:40 AM - WARM-UP PROVIDED BY AXIS FITNESS
8:50 AM - LOVE FOR LIAM - SPEECHES TO HONOR LIAM FROM BRYAN AND CHARLOTTE BATTEN, AND UNC CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL ALSO BE MADE AT THIS TIME.
9:05 AM - 5K STARTS
9:15 AM - 1 MILE FUN RUN STARTS
9:45 AM - RAFFLE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT AND AWARDS
ALL RACE REGISTRATION IS ONLINE. PLEASE REGISTER BEFORE ARRIVING AT THE RACE.
AWARDS
KIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN
TOP MALE AND FEMALE FINISHER UNDER 18
TOP 3 BOYS AND GIRLS - 8 AND UNDER; AND 9-17
5K
TOP MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL FINISHER
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN AGE GROUPS - 19 & UNDER, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
THE LIAM STRONG CHARITY BEACH RUN WAS CREATED TO HONOR OUR SON, LIAM FREDRIC BATTEN, WHO WE LOST AT 6 MONTHS OF AGE TO CHILDHOOD CANCER. IN THE SHORT TIME HE WAS HERE, LIAM INSPIRED EVERY PERSON HE TOUCHED IN MORE WAYS THAN WE CAN PUT INTO WORDS. WE WANT TO HONOR LIAM AND GIVE BACK TO ALL OF THE DOCTORS AND NURSES AT NORTH CAROLINA CHILDRENS HOSPITAL THAT ARE SO SPECIAL TO OUR FAMILY.
WHEN
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026
WHERE
JOHNNIE MERCER'S PIER
23 E SALISBURY STREET
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480
PARKING
PARKING IS AVAILABLE THROUGH METERED PARKING (CAN BE PAID WITH CC).
PACKET PICKUP
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026: FLYING MACHINE OYSTER BAR* (530 CAUSEWAY DRIVE WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480)
4-6PM
*If you cannot make it to Pre-Race Packet Pickup, we do offer last chance pick-up on Sunday morning. We encourage you to get your packet on Saturday to avoid lines on race morning.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2026
JOHNNIE MERCER'S PIER
23 E SALISBURY STREET
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC 28480
8:00 AM - LAST CHANCE PACKET PICK UP
(**IF YOU PICKED-UP YOUR PACKET ON SATURDAY, YOU DO NOT NEED TO CHECK IN RACE MORNING, JUST HEAD TO THE START LINE)
CHECK IN WILL END AT 8:50AM, AFTER THIS TIME, YOU CAN REGISTER AND COMPLETE THE RACE BUT YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO BE TIMED.
8:40 AM - WARM-UP PROVIDED BY AXIS FITNESS
8:50 AM - LOVE FOR LIAM - SPEECHES TO HONOR LIAM FROM BRYAN AND CHARLOTTE BATTEN, AND UNC CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL. IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL ALSO BE MADE AT THIS TIME.
9:05 AM - 5K STARTS
9:15 AM - 1 MILE FUN RUN STARTS
9:45 AM - RAFFLE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT AND AWARDS
ALL RACE REGISTRATION IS ONLINE. PLEASE REGISTER BEFORE ARRIVING AT THE RACE.
AWARDS
KIDS 1 MILE FUN RUN
TOP MALE AND FEMALE FINISHER UNDER 18
TOP 3 BOYS AND GIRLS - 8 AND UNDER; AND 9-17
5K
TOP MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL FINISHER
TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN AGE GROUPS - 19 & UNDER, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Races
-
Liam Strong Beach 5K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:05AM EDT)
$54.00
CLOSED -
Liam Strong Beach Fun Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED
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