Race for the Planet
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Event overview
The Race for the Planet takes place on April 19, 2026, in Kure Beach, North Carolina. The event is presented by the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher and raises funds to support the aquarium's mission to inspire appreciation and conservation of the aquatic environment. The main venue is Battle Acre Park, 1610 Fort Fisher Blvd. South, Kure Beach, NC 28449.
Race options and registration
Distances and event formats:
- 5K (in person)
- 5K (virtual)
- 1 Mile Fun Run (not timed)
Registration opens January 5, 2026. Listed prices are $35 for each 5K option and $25 for the 1 Mile Fun Run. A team discount is offered - a $50 savings for a team of 10 runners.
Packet pick up is scheduled for Friday, April 17 and on race day, Sunday, April 19, with Sunday pick up at Battle Acre Park.
Sustainability and race extras
A "Sustainabili-TEE" is included with registrations made through March 16; after that date participants may select a shirt while supplies last. The shirt is 100% organic cotton printed with water-based ink. There is a no-shirt option that donates $10 of the registration fee to the aquarium; donations fund sustainability initiatives such as reducing event carbon footprint, eliminating single-use plastic, addressing hard-to-recycle materials, and expanding organic waste composting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
