Southern Tour Ultra
Southern Tour Ultra is a running, trail running, and ultra race on January 15–16, 2027 in Wilmington, NC, with entry fees from $55 to $550.
- Date
- January 15–16, 2027 (176 days to go)
- Location
- 11471 U.S. 17, Wilmington, NC
- Price
- $55–$550
- Sports
- RunningTrail RunningUltra
From the Organizer
Get ready for an epic experience at the Southern Tour Ultra! We've got some awesome challenges lined up, including the 100 mile ultra, a 50 Mile race, a 50-kilometer race, and a 50-mile team relay. It's a chance to be a part of history while staying healthy and having a blast. And guess what? There's more than just racing – we've got classic rock music, fantastic beer, camping, tailgating, and a massive bonfire that'll keep the excitement going all day. Join us for a race day like no other!
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
56°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
32%
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
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?
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Ultramarathon
An ultramarathon is anything beyond the standard marathon — 50K, 50-mile, 100K, 100-mile, and timed events. Crossing the line is less about speed and more about not quitting.
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Make it a Racecation
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Southern Tour Ultra
Jan 15, 2027