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Race for the Planet

Name: Race for the Planet
Start: 2026-04-19T12:00:00Z

Kure Beach, North Carolina · Sunday, April 19, 2026

The Race for the Planet is a 3.1 miles, fun run, running, and virtual event held on Sunday, April 19, 2026. It is located at Fort Fisher Boulevard South in Kure Beach, North Carolina.

Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Location: Fort Fisher Boulevard South
Kure Beach, North Carolina
28449
United States
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Links: runsignup.com

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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