Firefly 5K
Date
Wed, May 27, 2026, 7:00 PM EDTRace options
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Quick take
A free, competitive 5K that's part of a summer series, supporting a local scholarship program.
Best for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge
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Distances & registration
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5K
3 options · closes Jul 29, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT
2mo 20d 16h 8m leftFirefly 5K Run - May
Closes May 27, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT · From $0.00
Firefly 5K Run - June
Closes Jun 24, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT · From $0.00
Firefly 5K Run - July
Closes Jul 29, 2026, 3:15 PM EDT · From $0.00
Race feel
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Competitive
For a CauseJoin the Wilmington Road Runners Club for the Firefly 5K, a free event that's part of a three-race summer series across New Hanover County. Each race offers awards for overall male and female winners, with additional recognition for top series finishers. While participation is free, a small donation is suggested to support the Wilmington Road Runners Scholarship Program, making this a community-focused event with a competitive edge.
What to expect
Participate in a free 5K race as part of a three-race summer series. Compete for overall awards in each race and for the series. Consider bringing a small donation for the Wilmington Road Runners Scholarship Program.
Standout details
- Free to participate
- Part of a 3-race summer series
- Awards for top finishers & series
- Supports scholarship program
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
Join the Wilmington Road Runners Club for the Firefly 5K. A three race series that will take place across New Hanover County this summer. All races will take place on the last Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm. • May 27, Halyburton Park, 7:00 pm
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• June 24, Halyburton Park, 7:00 pm • July 29, Long Leaf Park, 7:00 pm (followed by a social at The Brewers Kettle) There will be awards for the overall Men's and Women's winner of each race, and for the overall Men's and Women's winner of the three race series. Plus winners get a custom race t-shirt! Participants who complete all three races will be entered into a drawing for free entries to the Seaside Shuffle 5K in October. All three races are free to anyone who would like to participate. Bringing a small donation for the Wilmington Road Runners Scholarship Program is suggested.
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