WILMA Dash

WHAT

• Event: The WILMA Dash is Wilmington, North Carolina’s ONLY All-Female 5K!
• Presented By: WILMA Magazine.
• Participants: This race is great for first-time runners, walkers, and for seasoned runners looking for a personal best.
• Post-Race: After your race, stay for the Health Fest, food, and drinks.

DATE

• When: Thursday, May 7, 2026.

START / FINISH LINE LOCATION

• Location: Wilmington Convention Center (race starts inside the convention center)
• Address: 10 Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401.

DISTANCES OFFERED

• 5K: The 5K is timed. You can run or walk.
• 5K Virtual: You can run or walk anywhere, anytime. Just submit results on this website by May 9th.

AFTER YOUR RACE

• Health Fest: Join us at the Health Fest!
• Details: 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.
• Included: 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!
• Open to All: Not participating in the Dash, but still want to be a part of the action? The Health Fest is open to everyone.

HOW TO REGISTER

• Register Before the Race: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner.
• On-Site Registration: If you plan to register on-site, you will need to do so on your own mobile device. Registrants will be asked to scan a QR code to register online.

TEAMS

• Team Discounts: Teams of 10 or more may email elizabeth@its-go-time.com to request a Team Discount (can not be used during Early Registration period).
• Captain's Role: Only the team captain should inquire.
• Discounts: Make sure to reach out BEFORE you register in order to apply the discount during checkout!

PARKING

• Convention Center Deck: $3 for up to 1 hour: $5 for up to 2 hours: $7 for up to 3 hours: $9 for up to 4 hours: $11 for hours four through twelve: $15 for hours twelve through twenty-four.
• Nutt St. Parking Deck: $2/hour.
• Hanover St. Parking Deck: $2/hour.
• Skyline Center Parking Deck: Up to 1 hour: $1: Up to 2 hours: $3: Up to 3 hours: $6: 3 to 12 hours: $9: 12 to 24 hours: $14 Max.

PACKET PICKUP & FULL RACE SCHEDULE

• Details: Click HERE for packet pickup details and race schedule.

HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE

• Partnership: WILMA Dash is honored to partner with The Alzheimer’s Association for 2026.
• Mission: 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.
• Vision: Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.
• Learn More: Click here to learn more!

Race Link

• Registration URL: WILMA Dash Registration