Strides for WHA

  • Date Sat 12th September 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Wilmington, North Carolina
  • Price $43.40
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your shoes for the Strides for WHA event on Saturday, September 12th, 2026, starting at 8:00 A.M. at Long Leaf Park in Wilmington, New Hanover! This vibrant community race isn’t just about running; it's a heartfelt celebration of opportunity, resilience, and the power of community. Participants can join in on the fun by signing up for the 5Kβ€”whether you prefer to walk, run, or cheer from the sidelines, all paces are welcome!

Strides for WHA is an event that goes beyond the finish line, with every step taken supporting vital programs that empower residents through education, workforce development, and youth enrichment. So, gather your friends, family, and coworkers, and join the excitement as a participant, sponsor, or volunteer. Together, we can create meaningful opportunities and celebrate the spirit of community, one stride at a time. Don’t miss out on this uplifting eventβ€”mark your calendars for September 12th at Long Leaf Park!

Organiser's Description

JOIN US FOR STRIDES FOR WHA SEPTEMBER 12TH AT 8:00 A.M. AT LONG LEAF PARK!

The Wilmington Housing Authority (WHA) is throwing a community race that's about so much more than just running it's a celebration of opportunity, resilience, and community power! We're inviting you to join the fun as a sponsor, participant, or both!

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS EVENT:

This isn't your typical race day. Every step, every stride, and every cheer goes directly toward supporting programs that help our residents thrive through education, workforce development, and youth enrichment. You'll be part of something real and you'll have a blast doing it!

HOW TO GET INVOLVED:

* Lace up and participate in the 5-K (walk, run, or cheer all paces welcome!)
* Bring your team, your coworkers, your friends, and your family
* Sponsor the event and make a real impact
* Volunteer on race day and be part of the energy
* Donate to support our mission

WHETHER YOU'RE A RUNNER, A WALKER, A CHEERLEADER, OR JUST SOMEONE WHO BELIEVES IN COMMUNITY THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU AT LONG LEAF PARK ON SEPTEMBER 12TH!

Together, we're creating opportunity, one stride at a time. See you there!

Races

  • Strides for WHA

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 12th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $43.40

    Shelter 6

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Location

314 Pine Grove Drive, Shelter 6, Wilmington, 28409, NC, United States

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