Battle for Independence - Wilmington, North Carolina - Running

The Battle for Independence is a Running race in Wilmington, North Carolina consisting of a 1 Mile and 4 Miles.

The Battle for Independence is a 4th of July celebration race in Wilmington, NC, giving participants the chance to battle it out along Independence Blvd. on Wilmington's scenic Cross City Trail. The race is flat and fast, with cash prizes, helping draw in the best athletes in our region, but is also family friendly for runners of all ages with awards for kids, military, and first-responders. We treat each participant with our famous southern hospitality as we celebrate the birth of our nation - while honoring those who served by donating proceeds to Step Up for Soldiers.