US Road Running - Silver Lake
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Event overview
The Viking 5K & 13.1M takes place on February 21, 2026, at Halyburton Park in Wilmington, NC (4099 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28412). The event includes the following distances:
- 5K
- Half Marathon
All participants must register through RunSignup; there is no on-site registration. Packet pickup opens 30 minutes before the race and closes 10 minutes before the race. Parking and the starting line are located near Halyburton Park.
Course and logistics
Both courses use out-and-back segments. The 5K course uses a 0.78 mile segment; that out-and-back is 1.56 miles and is repeated twice to complete the 5K. The half marathon course uses a 1.09 mile segment; that out-and-back is 2.18 miles and is repeated six times to complete the half marathon. The event has a course time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes.
The race lists finisher medals, a shirt and gear shop, costume recognition, series points, and awards. An online contact form is available for questions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
