The Fleet Feet Battle for Independence Road Race

🇺🇸 WHAT

The Fleet Feet Wilmington Battle for Independence Road Race

Go USA! Kick off your Independence Day with a race!

• Event: The Battle for Independence is a 4th of July race in Wilmington, NC, giving participants the chance to battle it out along Independence Blvd. on Wilmington’s scenic Cross City Trail.
• Course: The race is flat and fast, helping draw in the best athletes in our region, but is also family friendly for runners of all ages.
• Hospitality: We treat each Battle for Independence Race participant with southern hospitality as we celebrate the birth of our nation and honor those who serve.

🏃‍♂️ DISTANCES OFFERED

• 5K: This event is timed.
• 1 Mile: This event is NOT TIMED.
• Participation: You can run or walk either event.

📅 WHEN

Saturday, July 4, 2026

📍 START / FINISH LINE LOCATION

The Pointe at Barclay

1450 Barclay Pointe Blvd.

Wilmington, NC 28412

📝 HOW TO REGISTER

• Register Before the Race: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner.
• Register At Pre-Race Packet Pickup or On Race Day: To register at packet pickup or race morning, we will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone. You can also register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.

🚗 PARKING

Parking is available in any legal parking spot at The Pointe at Barclay.

📅 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

For the Full Schedule, click HERE

🔗 MORE INFORMATION

For more details about the race, visit the official website: The Fleet Feet Wilmington Battle for Independence Road Race.