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The Fleet Feet Battle for Independence Road Race

Date:
Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Location:
Carolina Beach Road
Wilmington, North Carolina
28412
United States
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Links:
runsignup.com
Tags:
1 Miles 3.1 Miles Run Trail Walk

WHAT

The Fleet Feet Wilmington Battle for Independence Road Race

Go USA! Kick off your Independence Day with a race!

The Battle for Independence is a 4th of July race in Wilmington, NC, giving participants the chance to battle it out along Independence Blvd. on Wilmington’s scenic Cross City Trail. The race is flat and fast, helping draw in the best athletes in our region, but is also family friendly for runners of all ages.

We treat each Battle for Independence Race participant with southern hospitality as we celebrate the birth of our nation and honor those who serve.

DISTANCED OFFERED

5K | This event is timed

1 Mile | This event is NOT TIMED

*You can run or walk either event.

WHEN

Saturday, July 4, 2026

START / FINISH LINE LOCATION

The Pointe at Barclay

1450 Barclay Pointe Blvd.

Wilmington, NC 28412

HOW TO REGISTER

Register Before the Race: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner

Register At Pre-Race Packet Pickup or On 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.

PARKING

Parking is available in any legal parking spot at the Pointe at Barclay.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

For the Full Schedule, click HERE

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