WILMA Dash
Sub-events Details
5K
5K Virtual
WHAT
The WILMA Dash is Wilmington, North Carolina’s ONLY All-Female 5K!
The race is presented by WILMA Magazine. It is a great event for first-time runners, walkers, and for seasoned runners looking for a personal best. After your race, stay for the Health Fest, food, and drinks.
DATE
Thursday, May 9, 2024
START / FINISH LINE LOCATION
Wilmington Convention Center (race starts inside the convention center)
10 Convention Center Drive
Wilmington, NC 28401
DISTANCES OFFERED
5K - The 5K is timed. You can run or walk.
AFTER YOUR RACE
Join us at the Health Fest!
After the race, stay for the WILMA Dash Health Fest, taking place at the start and finish line, which is inside the Convention Center’s 30,000 square foot Expo Hall. Entry into The Health Fest is included with your WILMA Dash registration and includes dozens of local health & wellness exhibitors, food, drinks, awards and more!
Check out a full list of Health Fest vendors among our WILMA Dash sponsors.
Not participating in the Dash, but still want to be a part of the action? The Health Fest is open to everyone and all ticket proceeds will benefit NourishNC. The Expo Hall will be open from 4pm-9pm and a suggested $10 donation from those 21 and up is encouraged at the door, which includes entry into the Health Fest, two drink tickets and food. Under 21? No problem! A suggested donation of $5 at the door includes food and Health Fest entry.
HOW TO REGISTER
Register Before the Race:
Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner
To Register On-Site in Person:
If you plan to register on-site, in person, you will need to do so on your own mobile device such as a mobile phone. Registrants will be asked to scan a QR code to register online.
PARKING
* Wilmington Convention Center Garage: The rate is $3 for first hour, then $2 for each additional hour (max of $13). An attendant will be on site.
* Nutt Street Parking Deck: $1/hour payable by debit or credit card only.
* Parking is also available at any open parking lot or open street parking spot.
PACKET PICKUP & FULL RACE SCHEDULE
Click HERE for packet pick up details and race schedule
HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE
HELP GROW OUR LOCAL FOOD SYSTEM
Feast Down East is on a mission to cultivate a healthier, more vibrant Southeastern North Carolina by building bridges between our diligent farmers, innovative restaurants, grocers and you. Our shared commitment enables us all to enjoy access to fresh, affordable, and seasonal food.
Feast Down East's mission is to strengthen farming communities by providing resources, education, and distribution opportunities to farmers while addressing equitable food access in communities with the greatest need.
For more information visit Feast Down East