WRRC Battle at the Border
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Location
- 1542 Hickman Rd NW, Calabash, NC
- Distance
- Other
- Price
- $30
From the Organizer
Cross country style event between the Wilmington Road Runners Club and the Grand Strand Running Club at Indigo Farms on the Border of North and South Carolina held on the third Saturday in July. The course is a little under 4 miles and takes you through rugged fields, wooded trails, a bridge, and rocky roads. The course is mostly shaded along the way and marked with directional signs, bright tape, and volunteers from each club.
Because it is a working farm along the course you will see lots of trees, lily pond, beehives, crops, chickens, pigs, and maybe a snake or two. The event was introduced in 2013 with the Grand Strand Running Club winning the inaugural event . The Wilmington Roadrunners won in both 2014 and 2015 before The Grand Strand gained their revenge in 2016. The Road Runners came back from defeat to win the next two battles before ceding to the trophy back to our friends in 2019, and in 2021 we sent "Snailey" back to its rightful home at the GSRC and he still resides there to this day.
Each runner receives a numbered popsicle stick as they cross the finish line, with the men and women scored separately counting an equal number of runners for each gender from each team. To determine the final score the scores for both genders for each team are then added together and the lowest score is the winning team.
The format means that every runner's contribution matters in the final tally. You can be the difference as the club competes to take the winner's trophy back to Wilmington.
It is a friendly competition enjoyed by both running clubs.
Carpooling is mandatory this year as parking will be very limited.
Locations and meeting times:
- Whole Foods, Oleander Dr, Wilmington 6:20am
- Port City Java, Brunswick Forest, Leland 6:30am
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
88°
Typical Low
72°
Chance of Rain
44%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Longwood, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Calabash, NC
Population
4,843
as of 2023
City Elevation
41 ft
Nearest Airport
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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- Race
- WRRC Battle at the Border
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Location
- 1542 Hickman Rd NW, Calabash, NC
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the WRRC Battle at the Border?
- WRRC Battle at the Border is a running race held in Calabash, North Carolina on July 25, 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 WRRC Battle at the Border?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Calabash, North Carolina at 1542 Hickman Rd NW. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the WRRC Battle at the Border?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
WRRC Battle at the Border
Jul 25, 2026