Battle for Independence Road Race

JUL

4

2026

A July 4 road race in Wilmington, NC featuring a timed 5K and an untimed 1 Mile along the Cross City Trail, with proceeds supporting scholarships for the Without Limits Youth Cross Country Camp.

Sat 4 Jul 2026

Wilmington, North Carolina

Registration

5 kilometers

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The Fleet Feet Battle for Independence Road Race

The Fleet Feet Battle for Independence Road Race takes place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Wilmington, North Carolina. The event uses Wilmington’s Cross City Trail and runs along Independence Boulevard. The course is described as flat and fast and is presented as family friendly for runners of different ages.

Distances offered include:

5K - timed event
1 Mile - untimed event

The start and finish are at The Pointe at Barclay, 1450 Barclay Pointe Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28412. The event raises funds that help provide scholarships for the Without Limits Youth Cross Country Camp. Organizers note the race is held in observance of Independence Day and that it honors those who serve.

Registration details published for the event include opening on February 4, 2026 at 8:00am EST. Listed entry fees are $35 for the 5K and $25 for the 1 Mile. Other race information pages reference course, schedule, awards, packet pickup, parking, and volunteer opportunities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

1 Mile