Novant Health Wilmington NC Marathon

Novant Health Wilmington NC Marathon runs over two days in Wilmington, North Carolina. A 1-mile race opens the weekend at 6:00 p.m. on February 26, 2027, then the marathon (26.2 miles) and half marathon (13.1 miles) start at 7:00 a.m. and the 5K at 7:10 a.m. on February 27. The point-to-point course is flat and fast, beginning at sunrise with views toward Wrightsville Beach and continuing along the shores of Greenfield Lake. A dedicated DJ and a music zone keep the energy up along the way, and the coastal setting brings local food, entertainment and a strong runner community around the race.

Flat, point-to-point and early in the season, this is a course built for a personal best. Give the marathon an 18-week block with steady long runs, or use the half as your spring benchmark if 26.2 miles is not on the calendar yet.