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Events Near Holly Ridge NC

The Trudge 5K

Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 at 8:00am
The Healing Place
Wilmington, NC
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Viking Dash - Cape Fear

Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 at 10:00am
Brunswick Nature Park
Winnabow, NC
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Polar Plunge and Run

Saturday, Feb 8, 2025 at 1:00pm
Kure Beach Pavillion
Kure Beach, NC
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Beat the Bridge 10k/5k

Sunday, Feb 9, 2025 at 8:30am
Jacksonville, NC
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North Carolina Azalea Festival Seahawk Sun Run

Saturday, Feb 15, 2025 at 8:00am
UNCW - New Longleaf Trail
Wilmington, NC
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New River Longbeards Banquet

New River Longbeards Banquet

Saturday, Mar 1, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Jacksonville, NC
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Crystal Coast Indoor Triathlon

Saturday, Mar 1, 2025 at 8:00am
Cedar Point, NC
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Ainsley's Angels Run With Your Heart 5K/10K/15Kmn

Saturday, Mar 1, 2025 at 9:00am
Fairfield Inn
Jacksonville, NC
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Azalea Sprint

Sunday, Mar 2, 2025 at 8:00am
Wilmington, NC
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Strut for Childhood Cancer Run

Saturday, Mar 8, 2025
Long Leaf Park
Wilmington, NC
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Ducks Unlimited - Wilmington Banquet

Ducks Unlimited - Wilmington Banquet

Saturday, Mar 8, 2025 at 5:30pm
The Terraces On Sir Tyler
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Light the Night 5K

Saturday, Mar 8, 2025 at 5:45pm
Richlands, NC
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Spartan Sprint Fun Run and 5K

Friday, Mar 14, 2025 at 6:00pm
James Sprunt Community College
Kenansville, NC
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Frogman Challenge: 3D Archery Shoot and 5K Trail Run

Saturday, Mar 22, 2025 at 8:00am
Jacksonville, NC
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