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.