Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation sponsors a men’s seven-on-seven flag football league in the spring. Call for registration dates and fees....more about Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation
Running and Walking
September 25, 2021 This race begins at 7 AM and includes a 1,350-meter swim, 11.5-mile bike and a 5K run. The swim takes place in a channel system between Wrightsville Beach and the mainland. The flat, one loop bike course takes participants over the Wrightsville Beach drawbridge and onto the mainland....more about Wilmington Family YMCA Beach Sprint Triathlon
The John Nesbitt Loop is scenic 2.45-mile circuit sidewalk course that is very popular among locals of all ages. It encompasses a portion of the perimeter of Wrightsville Beach Park along Causeway Drive, including Lumina Avenue and Salisbury Street. Parking is available at the park. If you bring your dog along there's a...more about The Loop at Wrightsville Beach
March 21, 2020 The Quintiles Wrightsville Beach Marathon is presented by Landfall Realty each March. Throughout this fast, flat, 26.2 mile Boston Qualifier course, runners enjoy the scenic coastal views of Wrightsville Beach, Landfall community and Mayfaire Town Center. There is also a 26.2 marathon team relay, half marathon, 5k, and 1-mile...more about Wrightsville Beach Marathon
Races
September 26, 2021 This open water ocean swim is in its 17th year and is held at beautiful Wrightsville Beach. The swim is approximately 1.7 miles point to point between Johnny Mercer Pier and Crystal Pier with prevailing current. This event benefits Wilmington Family YMCA's Swim Team-CFAC and is in memory of...more about Pier 2 Pier Swim Race
November 4-7, 2021 Imagine your paddle hitting the water and pulling through the crystal blue waters surrounding Wrightsville Beach and Harbor Island. In addition, you are alongside the world's greatest competitors. Enter today to participate in the annual East Coast's premier stand up...more about Carolina Cup