Event Information
The Courses
The Half Marathon and 5K courses are both USATF certified. They are fast, well marked and lead runners through the scenic back roads of Wilmington.
Both races start and finish at 10 Waltham Street. Portable Restrooms available at the race site and also one along the course in front of the Woburn Street School.
Along the courses are mile markers, water stops, and volunteers providing motivation and holding directional signage.
Roads will be open to vehicles, however, police detail and orange cones are placed in high traffic areas to ensure safety for all.
Directions & Parking
Both races start and finish at 10 Waltham Street, Wilmington, MA 01887.
Free parking is available at and around the race site. Parking attendants will be available to direct you.
Number Pick-Up
Half Marathon and 5K Runners can pick up their Bib number on Saturday, September 24th from 10 am - 2 pm at the race site (10 Waltham St.). OR, Runners can pick up on race day beginning at 8 am.
About This Event
Wilmington's 12th Annual Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk is a professional, well organized race at a LOW cost in a GREAT community. This popular event attracts over 500 athletes from many surrounding communities, schools and running clubs. Pick your race, the Half or 5K or choose to walk the 5K ... we have a course for all levels!
Pre-Race Warm Up led by Wilmington Fit Body Boot Camp starts at 9:00 am.
Post Race festivities include: Music, Hot Dogs, Fruit, Granola Bars, Ice Cream, Chamber Member Booths with Raffles, Games and Give-Aways.
A portion of race proceeds are reinvested back into the community via various Community Donations as well as scholarships to graduating Wilmington Seniors including two scholarships in memory of the late "Kelli Agati Murray" and scholarships in partnership with our Race Premier Sponsors.
Registration & Fees
On-line registration closes Thursday, September 22nd at 11:00 pm.
Fees:
Half Marathon
Pre-Registration - $30.00
Race Day - $35
5K Run or Walk
Pre-Registration - $20.00
Race Day - $25.00
Students (18 & younger)
Pre-Registration or Race Day - $15.00
T-Shirts
T-shirts will be given to the first 500 pre-registered.
Team Kelli to sport their traditional green t-shirts.
Awards
Awards to Top 3 Overall Finishers by Race/Gender
Medals to Top 3 Race/Gender/Age
Finisher Medals to Half Runners
Ribbons to 5K Runners/Walkers