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calendar_today 21 Mar, 2026
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RegisterWHAT
Jack and Jill Rise and Run 5K.
Lace up, Wilmington! Join us for a heart-pounding 5K that’s miles more than just a race — it’s a movement. Every stride you take supports the Jack & Jill of America Foundation, investing in children’s education, health & leadership, and the Carousel Child Advocacy Center, where healing, justice, and resilience become realities for abused and neglected children in our community. Whether you’re sprinting for a personal best, strolling with family, or cheering from the sidelines, your energy fuels hope. Be part of the momentum! Run, give, and advocate for a brighter, safer future where every child has the chance to thrive. See you at the starting line!
WHEN
Saturday, March 21, 2026
WHERE
Long Leaf Park
314 Pine Grove Drive
Wilmington, NC 28409
DISTANCES OFFERED
5K - Timed
1.5 Mile - Not Timed
*You can run or walk either event.
FULL SCHEDULE
Click HERE
HOW TO REGISTER
Click on the Sign Up button.
Online registration closes 15 minutes prior to the race start.
If you register at the event, you will be asked to scan a QR code with your cell phone and register online.
HOW YOUR REGISTRATION HELPS
The mission of the Jack and Jill foundation is to invest in programs and services that provide children with access to quality education, mental and physical health resources, and safe, nurturing communities. The Carousel Child Advocacy Center supports healing, promotes justice, and fosters resilience in children victimized by physical or sexual abuse, and improves our community through education, prevention, and advocacy.
Mar 21, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Road running
79 days remaining
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Wilmington.
Wilmington is a city in the southeastern part of North Carolina. It is the county seat of New Hanover County, and home to the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, the U.S.S. North Carolina Battleship Memorial, the Cape Fear Museum, Airlie Gardens, and a large historic district. It is convenient to nearby beaches, and is a relatively short drive from the Triangle, Charlotte, Myrtle Beach, SC, and the I-95 corridor.
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