Event Details
Thursday, May 7, 2026
4-9pm // 6:30pm Race Start
Wilmington Convention Center
Click here to see photos from the 2025 WILMA Dash & Health Fest!
T-SHIRT: A WILMA Dash T-shirt is included with registration while supplies last.
Sizes: S-XXL (Unisex)
DASH SWAG: WILMA Dash tank tops are available
for purchase with registration while supplies last.
T-shirt: Included with registration
Tank Top: $25
THE VENUE: The WILMA Dash will start and finish inside the Wilmington Convention Center’s 30,000-square-foot Expo Hall. The Health Fest will take place in the Expo Hall as well, with doors open from 4-9pm. The race kicks off at 6:30pm.
THE COURSE: The race course is a flat and fast course through historic downtown Wilmington, giving you the views of the Downtown area which includes the Battleship, Bridge, and the award-winning Riverfront. Course map available following event announcement!
This race course is also stroller-friendly! However, dogs are not allowed on this course so please leave them at home or with a non-running spectator.
5K AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Females
Top 3 Overall Female Masters (40+)
Top 3 Females in Age Groups:
16 & Under, 17-20, 21-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39,
40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Group Prizes:
Most Spirited Team
Largest Team Participation
HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE:
WILMA Dash is excited to partner with the Alzheimer’s Association as this year’s nonprofit!
The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Click here to learn more!
HEALTH FEST AFTER PARTY:
Celebrate completing the Dash at the Health Fest After Party.
Local vendors will be set up in the Convention Center Expo Hall along with food, drinks, awards, and more!
Not participating in the Dash, but still want to be a part of this year’s event? The Health Fest After Party is open to everyone.
A full list of vendors participating in the 2026 Health Fest included below.
Not participating in the Dash, but still want to be a part of the action?
Here are a few ways to get involved…
Participate Virtually! There is a virtual option available for those that are unable to attend the event in-person.
Volunteer! We’re always looking for volunteers to help out at the event! For more information on volunteering, contact Jamie Merrill at jmerrill@wilmingtonbiz.com.
Join us at the Health Fest! The Health Fest is open to everyone and all ticket proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. The Expo Hall will be open from 4-9pm and a suggested $10 donation for those that are 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.
5K Race (Ages 16 & Over):
* March 1 through May 2 – $55
* May 3 through May 7 — $58
5K Race (Ages 15 & Under)
* March 1 through May 2 – $45
* May 3 through May 7 — $48
Teams of 10 or more email elizabeth@its-go-time.com to receive your discount code.
Achieve Medical Weight Loss
Avance Care
Axis Fitness + Training
Bodies in Balance PT
Bookworm Pottery Co.
Boys & Girls Club of Southeastern NC
Breeze Airways
Cape Fear Energy Systems
CFPUA
Clean Eatz
Clear Flow Water Company
Coastal Horizons
Cumulus Broadcasting
Custom Home Furniture Galleries
Dawson Med & Dawson Med Urgent Care
Elderhaus PACE
Embody Movement & Wellness Studio
Evoke Mind + Body
Excite Credit Union
Fleet Feet Sports Wilmington
Hester Development
Kimberly Hardy for US Congress
Medical Center Specialty Pharmacy
Port City Daily
Port City FC
Porters Neck Village
Salt Air Heating, Cooling & Electrical
Salty Dawg Pet Salon & Bakery
Sapphire Wellness
Smile Straight Orthodontics
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
WattStar Electric
Wilmington Eye
