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Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025 - Wilmington, NC

Wilmington, North Carolina
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About Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025 - Wilmington, NC

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event. 

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Makeup Date Information: 11/23/2025

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively): 

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade   

4th & 5th Grade  

6th to 8th Grade    

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs! 

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Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025 - Wilmington, NCWho We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish. Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.  Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners. Makeup Date Information: 11/23/2025 Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy. Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):  Kindergarten & 1st Grade 2nd & 3rd Grade    4th & 5th Grade   6th to 8th Grade     Challenger Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!  #GetUpandGo   
Wilmington, NC

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 12 race distances available for Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025 - Wilmington, NC in Wilmington, NC. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Single Day Walk Up Week 1

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Frequently Asked Questions about Single Day Walk Up Week 1

How long is the Single Day Walk Up Week 1?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 1 covers Distance varies.
What time does the Single Day Walk Up Week 1 start?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 1 starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the Single Day Walk Up Week 1 located?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 1 takes place in Wilmington, NC.

Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile

How long is the Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile?
The Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile covers Distance varies.
What time does the Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile start?
The Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile located?
The Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile takes place in Wilmington, NC.

4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile

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Frequently Asked Questions about 4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile

How long is the 4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile?
The 4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile covers Distance varies.
What time does the 4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile start?
The 4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the 4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile located?
The 4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile takes place in Wilmington, NC.

Single Day Walk Up Week 2

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Frequently Asked Questions about Single Day Walk Up Week 2

How long is the Single Day Walk Up Week 2?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 2 covers Distance varies.
What time does the Single Day Walk Up Week 2 start?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 2 starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the Single Day Walk Up Week 2 located?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 2 takes place in Wilmington, NC.

PreK 2/3 Yr Old - 50 Yard Dash

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Frequently Asked Questions about PreK 2/3 Yr Old - 50 Yard Dash

How long is the PreK 2/3 Yr Old - 50 Yard Dash?
The PreK 2/3 Yr Old - 50 Yard Dash covers Distance varies.
What time does the PreK 2/3 Yr Old - 50 Yard Dash start?
The PreK 2/3 Yr Old - 50 Yard Dash starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the PreK 2/3 Yr Old - 50 Yard Dash located?
The PreK 2/3 Yr Old - 50 Yard Dash takes place in Wilmington, NC.

Single Day Walk Up Week 4

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Frequently Asked Questions about Single Day Walk Up Week 4

How long is the Single Day Walk Up Week 4?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 4 covers Distance varies.
What time does the Single Day Walk Up Week 4 start?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 4 starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the Single Day Walk Up Week 4 located?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 4 takes place in Wilmington, NC.

2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile

How long is the 2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile?
The 2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile covers Distance varies.
What time does the 2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile start?
The 2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the 2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile located?
The 2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile takes place in Wilmington, NC.

Challenger Division - 75 Yard Dash

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Frequently Asked Questions about Challenger Division - 75 Yard Dash

How long is the Challenger Division - 75 Yard Dash?
The Challenger Division - 75 Yard Dash covers Distance varies.
What time does the Challenger Division - 75 Yard Dash start?
The Challenger Division - 75 Yard Dash starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the Challenger Division - 75 Yard Dash located?
The Challenger Division - 75 Yard Dash takes place in Wilmington, NC.

PreK 4/5 Yr Old - 75 Yard Dash

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Frequently Asked Questions about PreK 4/5 Yr Old - 75 Yard Dash

How long is the PreK 4/5 Yr Old - 75 Yard Dash?
The PreK 4/5 Yr Old - 75 Yard Dash covers Distance varies.
What time does the PreK 4/5 Yr Old - 75 Yard Dash start?
The PreK 4/5 Yr Old - 75 Yard Dash starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the PreK 4/5 Yr Old - 75 Yard Dash located?
The PreK 4/5 Yr Old - 75 Yard Dash takes place in Wilmington, NC.

Single Day Walk Up Week 5

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Frequently Asked Questions about Single Day Walk Up Week 5

How long is the Single Day Walk Up Week 5?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 5 covers Distance varies.
What time does the Single Day Walk Up Week 5 start?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 5 starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the Single Day Walk Up Week 5 located?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 5 takes place in Wilmington, NC.

6th to 8th Grade - 1 Mile

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Frequently Asked Questions about 6th to 8th Grade - 1 Mile

How long is the 6th to 8th Grade - 1 Mile?
The 6th to 8th Grade - 1 Mile covers Distance varies.
What time does the 6th to 8th Grade - 1 Mile start?
The 6th to 8th Grade - 1 Mile starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the 6th to 8th Grade - 1 Mile located?
The 6th to 8th Grade - 1 Mile takes place in Wilmington, NC.

Single Day Walk Up Week 3

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Frequently Asked Questions about Single Day Walk Up Week 3

How long is the Single Day Walk Up Week 3?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 3 covers Distance varies.
What time does the Single Day Walk Up Week 3 start?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 3 starts at 4:00:00 PM.
Where is the Single Day Walk Up Week 3 located?
The Single Day Walk Up Week 3 takes place in Wilmington, NC.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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