Ironclad Half Marathon
Kinston's nonprofit half marathon runs a flat, certified loop past the CSS Neuse II gunboat and finishes on the first-base line in Grainger Stadium.
Quick facts
- Flat, USATF-certified loop course built for fast times.
- Finish inside Grainger Stadium after rounding home plate.
- All proceeds go to Kinston-area charities through the nonprofit organizer.
- More than a decade of race history with a field of a few hundred.
About the Ironclad Half Marathon
Ironclad Races, a Kinston nonprofit, donates all proceeds to local charities and has built this October race into a steady eastern North Carolina fixture over more than a decade. A few hundred runners take on the half, with a 5K alongside and a hometown brewery as longtime title sponsor.
Course
A flat, fast single loop that starts outside historic Grainger Stadium, moves through downtown Kinston and North Kinston, and passes the CSS Neuse II ironclad replica. The finish rounds home plate and ends on the first-base line inside the ballpark.
Race-day weather
Mid-October in eastern North Carolina usually starts in the 50s and finishes in the 60s or low 70s. Humidity has often faded by then, making it one of the region's friendlier racing windows.
Past Ironclad Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 17, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
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Ironclad Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Ironclad Half Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Ironclad Half Marathon. The most recent running was on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
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