ITS MORE THAN A RACE.
IT'S MOVEMENT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
FOR YOU, FOR THE AQUARIUM, AND FOR THE PLANET.
The 2026 Race for the Planet welcomes racers of all skill levels for a fun event through picturesque Fort Fisher.
IN-PERSON 5K
1 Mile Fun Run (Non Timed)
Virtual 5K
Why Race for the Planet
Join us at the Race for the Planet to support a healthier ocean and environment! Your race registration helps fund the NC Aquariums' mission to inspire appreciation and conservation of our aquatic environment!
Apr 17, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$35.00
Apr 17, 2027
Distance — 1.6K
Type — Running
08:05
$25.00
Apr 17, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:00
$35.00
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Learn more about the host city, Kure Beach.
Kure Beach is a beach town near Wilmington, North Carolina – "nice, slow-mo and conservative" in the words of its former mayor.
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