Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K|5K
- Date
- November 15, 2026
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 10K · 5K & more
From the Organizer
EVENT
Parkway Subaru Battleship NC Half Marathon presented by Heineken & GFL 10K | 5K presented by Fleet Feet
Runners, get ready for the trek through downtown Historic Wilmington, North Carolina with a Half Marathon, 10K or 5K! The Battleship Half Marathon started in 1998 and is one of the oldest Half Marathons in the South. We are excited for you to join us.
Moored in quiet dignity and majesty the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA, across the river from downtown Wilmington, beckons visitors to walk her decks. Envision the daily life and fierce combat her crew faced in the Pacific Theatre during World War II. From all across our Nation they came, young men who had grown up in the crucible of the Great Depression and now determined to serve their Country in its time of need. These are the men whose stories you will encounter through their oral histories, photographs, and mementos as you experience the Ship and the exhibits. Step back in time and let history come alive through the crews’ stories. Imagine yourself steering the ship, starting her engines or even firing the guns. JOIN THE CREW and be a part of Battleship history at the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA! www.battleshipnc.com
WHEN
Sunday, November 16, 2025
WHERE
Start & Finish Line
Water Street Park
On Princess Street between Water Street and Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
RACES OFFERED
Parkway Subaru Half Marathon presented by Heineken
GFL 10K
GFL 5K presented by Fleet Feet
WAITING FOR ALL FINISHERS AT THE FINISH LINE
Beer by Heineken (participants 21+)
Finisher Medal by Parkway of Subaru
Water provided by Culligan
Snacks, bananas, and Hawaiian Rolls provided by Harris Teeter
HOW TO REGISTER
Click on the SIGN UP button in the top right
SCHEDULE
For the full schedule of events, including the Expo, click HERE
COURSE MAPS
For Course Maps, Aid Stations, and Restrooms, click HERE
VISIT THE BATTLESHIP NORTH CAROLINA FOR FREE
All participants receive a free entry to the Battleship North Carolina. Just show your 2025 Battleship Half Marathon race bib on either November 15 or November 16, 2025 for an entry.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
66°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wilmington 7 Se, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wilmington, NC
Population
118,578
as of 2023
Elevation
38 ft
Nearest Airport
ILM
Wilmington International Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport · 70 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K|5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
160
Days to train
- Race
- Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K|5K
- Date
- November 15, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K|5K?
- Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K|5K is a running race held in Wilmington, North Carolina on November 15, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K|5K?
- Sunday, November 15, 2026 in Wilmington, North Carolina at Water Street Park in Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K|5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Parkway Subaru Battleship Half Marathon & GFL 10K|5K
Nov 15, 2026