Saturday, October 17th, 2026
400 E Grainger Ave, Kinston NC
Half · 5K
55–73°F · low rain risk
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2025
45–65°F
dry
2024
45–61°F
dry
2023
49–67°F
dry
2022
60–79°F
dry
2021
55–67°F
dry
2020
51–64°F
dry
2019
49–65°F
dry
2018
60–74°F
dry
2017
51–65°F
dry
2016
58–80°F
dry
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About this race
The 11th annual Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5k, brought to you via Ironclad Races Inc and title sponsor Mother Earth Brewing. Ironclad Races Inc is a Kinston based non-profit corporation with a mission to produce sporting events in Kinston and donate all proceeds to local non-profit organizations and charities benefitting our community.
Ironclad Races in partnership with the Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon event board, local business and volunteers aim to bring runners to our community and highlight the historic and cultural beauty of Kinston.
While you’re here spend time in the local shops, restaurants or pubs while you enjoy a weekend in our historic southern town.
We’re certain you’ll agree, the Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-marathon is the most welcoming half-marathon in Eastern North Carolina.
NOTE: Unisex t-shirts will be short sleeves and ladies shirts will be a rocker tank top.
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