Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5k 2026 — Kinston, NC
On October 17, 2026, Kinston, North Carolina hosts the Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5K starting at 7:30 AM from 400 E Grainger Ave. The event offers both a half-marathon and 5K distance, giving you options depending on your current fitness level and race goals. Entry fees range from $45 to $110. If you're traveling to compete, plan to arrive the evening before for an early morning start, and consider staying within a short drive of downtown Kinston to minimize pre-race logistics. The fall October date typically offers cooler running conditions, which many endurance athletes prefer for longer distances.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 17.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Kinston, NC. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5k 2026 — Kinston, NC?
Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5k 2026 — Kinston, NC takes place on October 17, 2026. The race is held in Kinston, North Carolina.
Where is Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5k 2026 — Kinston, NC held?
Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5k 2026 — Kinston, NC is held at 400 E Grainger Ave in Kinston, North Carolina.
Where can I find hotels near Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5k 2026 — Kinston, NC?
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