The Trudge 5K

WHAT

• Commemoration: The Trudge 5K commemorates the 3 miles The Healing Place of New Hanover County clients walk every day in their recovery journey.
• Date: Join us February 7, 2026 to celebrate The Healing Place's anniversary by walking or running a 5K.
• Celebration: After your 5K, stay for the big anniversary celebration which includes free food (brunch), live music, community vendors, and more.
• Brunch Menu: Brunch includes fruit, yogurt, and breakfast sandwiches.

WHEN

• Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026

WHERE

• Location: The Healing Place
• Address: 1000 Medical Center Drive
• City: Wilmington, NC 28401

DISTANCES OFFERED

• Event: 5K - This event is timed. You can walk or run.

PARKING

• Availability: Parking is available at The Healing Place of New Hanover County.
• Overflow: Overflow parking is available across the street at Delaney Radiology.

TO REGISTER

• Online Registration: Registration is available online by clicking on the Sign Up button in the top right.
• At The Race: We suggest you register online. Online registration does not close until the race starts.
• QR Code: Those who register at the race will be asked to scan a QR code with their phones to register digitally.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

• Full Schedule: For the full schedule of events including packet pickup and race day, click HERE.

HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE

• Support: The Healing Place of New Hanover County truly is where hope is found.
• Services: We provide food, shelter, clothing, and recovery services at no cost to the client.
• Impact: Every dollar raised by THPNC impacts a person either struggling with homelessness or active addiction.
• History: We opened February 1, 2023 and have helped nearly 1,000 people withdraw from drugs and alcohol and have admitted nearly 800 people into our long-term residential recovery program.

For more information about the race, visit this link.