Willie Stargell 5K Road Race

WHAT
We Are Family at the Willie Stargell 5K Road Race!

This spring, get your family and friends together and join our family as we run (or walk) to help those living with kidney disease.  The event takes place at Mayfaire Town Center in Wilmington, North Carolina offering a flat course for the 1 Mile and 5K events.  There is a virtual option if you cannot join us in person.  The popular finisher medals and awards will be back.

The Willie Stargell 5K raises money to support those living with kidney disease through research, patient care, and treatment in honor of Willie Stargell.  Baseball Hall of Fame Member Willie Stargell of the Pittsburgh Pirates, passed away from kidney disease in 2001. The Willie Stargell Foundation gives hope to those fighting this disease.

COMPLIMENTARY AWARDS BRUNCH
All participants receive a ticket to the Willie Stargell 5K Awards Brunch at Coquina Fish Bar Restaurant next to Mayfaire Regal Theater.

DISTANCES OFFERED
1 Mile - This event is not timed.
5K - This event is timed.
You can or walk.

WHEN
Saturday, April 18, 2026

WHERE
Mayfaire Town Center (next to Coquina Fishbar & Regal Movies)
890 Town Center Dr
Wilmington, NC 28405

HOW TO REGISTER
Click on the Sign Up button in the upper right corner
To Register at Packet Pickup or Race Day:  To register at packet pickup or race morning, we will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone.  You can also register online from your phone or device up until the race starts. 

FOR FULL SCHEDULE
For the full Schedule of Events, click HERE

HOW YOUR REGISTRATION HELPS
The Willie Stargell 5K raises money to support those living with kidney disease through research, patient care, and treatment in honor of Willie Stargell.  Each year, the Willie Stargell Foundation donates thousands of dollars to organizations and schools supporting kidney disease research and care.  For more information on the Willie Stargell Foundation, visit their website HERE