Race for the Planet
Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Kure Beach, NC
- Battle Acre Park, 1610 Fort Fisher Blvd. South, Kure Beach, NC 28449., 28449
- Type
- RUN
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Distances & registration
3 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 3.1 Miles
Sun, Apr 19, 8:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Jan 12, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
- 3.1 Miles
Sun, Apr 19, 9:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jan 31, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
1 Mile Fun Run (Not Timed)
Sun, Apr 19, 8:05 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 19, 2026, 3:30 AM EDT
The course
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Difficulty
Easygoing
Easygoing5K distance, flat area, typically mild weather
Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.
From the organizer
NORTH CAROLINA AQUARIUM at FORT FISHER RACE FOR THE PLANET APRIL 19, 2026
ITS MORE THAN A RACE. IT'S MOVEMENT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR YOU, FOR THE AQUARIUM, AND FOR THE PLANET.
The 2026 Race for the Planet welcomes racers of all skill levels for a fun event through picturesque Fort Fisher.
3 GREAT RACE OPTIONS
IN-PERSON 5K
1 Mile Fun Run (Non Timed)
Virtual 5K
Why Race for the Planet Join us at the Race for the Planet to support a healthier ocean and environment! Your race registration helps fund the NC Aquariums' mission to inspire appreciation and conservation of our aquatic environment!
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