Recess at the Lake 5K and 1 Mile
Recess at the Lake 5K and 1 Mile is a running race on September 27, 2026 in Wilmington, NC, with entry fees from $30 to $40.
- Date
- September 27, 2026 (68 days to go)
- Price
- $30–$40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
WHAT
Recess at the Lake 5K and 1 Mile. This event is part of Recess at the Lake Powered By REV.
Whether you're joining for one class or making a full day of it, your race entry fee and race bib unlock everything you need to move, connect, recover, and enjoy the day at the lake.
- 5K and 1 Mile
- Unlimited classes by Axis Fitness, Pulse Pilates, beUnlimited, and Common Ground
- Lineup of local wellness, fitness, and lifestyle vendors
- Connect with and book services from StretchLab
- Access to Irradience's sauna and cold plunge experiences
- Spin Classes by Recess (separate registration and $30 fee applies)
WHEN
Sunday, September 27, 2026
WHERE
Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
1941 Amphitheater Drive
Wilmington, NC 28401
RACE EVENTS
- 5K - Timed
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Coming Soon
SWAG
Information Coming
FINISHER MEDAL
All 5K and 1 Mile participants will receive a medal as they cross the Finish Line.
AWARDS
5K Awards
Top 3 Overall Males and Females
Awards include $25 gift card and items from Recess
COURSE
Start / Finish Line Location
In front of Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
1941 Amphitheater Drive
Wilmington, NC 28401
The course starts in front of Greenfield Lake Amphitheater. Participants will go along the paved trail for 1.5 miles then turn back to the Start Line. The course is stroller and wheelchair friendly.
Course Map Click HERE
HOW YOUR REGISTRATION HELPS
Recess by the Lake has partnered with UpTheGood Foundation - Powered by REV to benefit ACCESS of Wilmington.
UpTheGood Foundation is resiliency. By investing in each other, and investing in our communities, we can create a ripple effect of generosity. It's not just about creating something new, but about joining forces to create meaningful and long-lasting change.
ACCESS of Wilmington - is a nonprofit organization operating 4 programs eliminating barriers to health and wellness through sports, recreation and fitness for those in our community with disabilities.
ACCESS of Wilmington began in 2008 to raise funds to build The Miracle Field and Kiwanis Miracle Playground in Wilmington, North Carolina. Since Opening Day August 2013, hundreds of children and adults living with physical, intellectual, and invisible disabilities have utilized the 33,000 square foot rubberized Miracle Field to experience the joy of adapted sports, recreation and fitness, often for the very first time! Countless numbers of families have also visited the Kiwanis Miracle Playground, the largest wheelchair accessible playground in NC, which has become a benchmark for accessible playgrounds across the region!
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
81°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wilmington Intl Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wilmington, NC
Population
118,578
as of 2023
City 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 Recess at the Lake 5K and 1 Mile, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
68
Days to train
- Race
- Recess at the Lake 5K and 1 Mile
- Date
- September 27, 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.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
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Recess at the Lake 5K and 1 Mile
Sep 27, 2026