Pirate 5K & Half Marathon at Halyburton Park, Wilmington, NC (16) 40
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Wilmington, North Carolina
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running and camaraderie at the Pirate 5K & Half Marathon, taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the beautiful Halyburton Park in Wilmington, North Carolina. This vibrant event features a scenic paved course that offers both a 5K and a half marathon option, making it perfect for runners of all levels. The 5K race starts bright and early at 8:00 AM, with participants completing an out-and-back route twice for a total distance of 3.1 miles. For those looking for a greater challenge, the half marathon will take runners on a thrilling 13.1-mile journey, navigating the course six times.
Don’t miss the chance to earn a finisher medal and enjoy the festive atmosphere that includes fun costume contests and awards! With packet pickup starting 30 minutes before the race, all participants must register in advance on RunSignup. So lace up your running shoes, gather your friends, and join the spirited community at the Pirate 5K & Half Marathon for an unforgettable day of fitness and fun in Wilmington!
Don’t miss the chance to earn a finisher medal and enjoy the festive atmosphere that includes fun costume contests and awards! With packet pickup starting 30 minutes before the race, all participants must register in advance on RunSignup. So lace up your running shoes, gather your friends, and join the spirited community at the Pirate 5K & Half Marathon for an unforgettable day of fitness and fun in Wilmington!
Organiser's Description
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Park at the Lowell Riverfront Dog Park.
This is a paved course.
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6630330868
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6600462273
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Park at the Lowell Riverfront Dog Park.
This is a paved course.
5K COURSE (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6630330868
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6600462273
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
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Location
4099 S 17th St, Wilmington, 28412, NC, United States
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