Hotels Near Liam Strong Charity Beach Run 2026 — Wrightsville Beach, NC Sep 2026

Date

September 20, 2026

Location

Wrightsville Beach, NC

Venue

23 E Salisbury St

Start Time

9:05 AM

Entry Fee

$15.00 – $50.00

Events

Liam Strong Beach 5K, Liam Strong Beach Fun Run

Includes

T-Shirt

The Liam Strong Charity Beach Run in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina offers 1-mile and 5K running options starting at 9:05 AM on September 20, 2026. Located at 23 E Salisbury Street, this charity event draws runners looking for a straightforward beach venue. Entry fees range from $15 to $50 depending on registration timing and options. As a September race in coastal North Carolina, this event provides runners traveling to the Wrightsville Beach area a registered option for shorter-distance racing. Whether you're targeting the 1-mile fun run or the 5K distance, this charity event offers local race-day logistics at a beachside location.

From the Race Organizer

WHAT The Liam Strong Charity Beach Run was created to honor our son, Liam Fredric Batten, who we lost at 6 months of age to childhood cancer. In the short time he was here, Liam inspired every person he touched in more ways than we can put into words. We want to honor Liam and give back to all of the doctors and nurses at North Carolina Children’s Hospital that are so special to our family. WHEN Sunday, September 20, 2026 WHERE Johnnie Mercer's Pier 23 E Salisbury Street Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 PARKING Parking is available through metered parking (can be paid with CC). PACKET PICKUP Saturday, September 19, 2026: Flying Machine Oyster Bar* (530 Causeway Drive Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480) 4-6PM *If you cannot make it to Pre-Race Packet Pickup, we do offer last chance pick-up on Sunday morning. We encourage you to get your packet on Saturday to avoid lines on race morning. RACE DAY SCHEDULE Sunday, September 20, 2026 Johnnie Mercer's Pier 23 E Salisbury Street Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 8:00 AM - Last Chance Packet Pick Up (**If you picked-up your packet on Saturday, you do not need to check in race morning, just head to the start line) CHECK IN WILL END AT 8:50am , after this time, you can register and complete the race but you will not be able to be timed. 8:40 AM - Warm-up provided by Axis Fitness 8:50 AM - LOVE for LIAM - speeches to honor Liam from Bryan and Charlotte Batten, and UNC Children's Hospital. Important announcements will also be made at this time. 9:05 AM - 5K Starts 9:15 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run Starts 10-10:20 AM - Awards All Race Registration is online. Please register before arriving at the race. AWARDS Kids 1 Mile Fun Run Top male and female finisher under 18 Top 3 boys and girls - 8 and under; and 9-17 5K Top Male and Female Overall Finisher Top 3 Male and Female Finishers in Age Groups - 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Liam Strong Charity Beach Run 2026 — Wrightsville Beach, NC?

Liam Strong Charity Beach Run 2026 — Wrightsville Beach, NC takes place on September 20, 2026. The race is held in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina.

Where is Liam Strong Charity Beach Run 2026 — Wrightsville Beach, NC held?

Liam Strong Charity Beach Run 2026 — Wrightsville Beach, NC is held at 23 E Salisbury St in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina.

Where can I find hotels near Liam Strong Charity Beach Run 2026 — Wrightsville Beach, NC?

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