Event: We Are Family at the Willie Stargell 5K Road Race!
Purpose: Join our family as we run (or walk) to help those living with kidney disease.
Location: Mayfaire Town Center, Wilmington, North Carolina offers a flat course for the 1 Mile and 5K events.
Options: Virtual option available for those unable to join in person. Popular finisher medals and awards will be back.
ABOUT WILLIE STARGELL
Legacy: The Willie Stargell 5K raises money to support those living with kidney disease through research, patient care, and treatment in honor of Willie Stargell.
History: Baseball Hall of Fame Member Willie Stargell of the Pittsburgh Pirates passed away from kidney disease in 2001.
Foundation: The Willie Stargell Foundation gives hope to those fighting this disease.
COMPLIMENTARY AWARDS BRUNCH
Ticket: All participants receive a ticket to the Willie Stargell 5K Awards Brunch.
Location: The brunch will take place at Coquina Fish Bar Restaurant next to Mayfaire Regal Theater.
DISTANCES OFFERED
1 Mile: This event is not timed.
5K: This event is timed.
Participation: You can run or walk.
WHEN
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026.
WHERE
Location: Mayfaire Town Center (next to Coquina Fishbar & Regal Movies).
Address: 890 Town Center Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405.
HOW TO REGISTER
Online: Click on the Sign Up button in the upper right corner.
Packet Pickup or Race Day: A QR code will be available for registration on your phone.
Mobile: Register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.
FOR FULL SCHEDULE
Schedule: For the full Schedule of Events, click HERE.
HOW YOUR REGISTRATION HELPS
Support: The Willie Stargell 5K raises money to support those living with kidney disease through research, patient care, and treatment.
Impact: Each year, the Willie Stargell Foundation donates thousands of dollars to organizations and schools supporting kidney disease research and care.
More Info: For more information on the Willie Stargell Foundation, visit their website HERE.
For more details about the race, visit the official page HERE.