SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH, 2026
8:30 AM – 2 PM
Celebrate our extraordinary community through food, music, and play! Join us for the Western Family YMCA‘s Annual Great Human Race 5K at 9 a.m., followed by our International Food Festival at 11 a.m., in partnership with the West Wilmington Seventh Day Adventist Church. Plus, enjoy a variety of foods from around the world, and entertainment for the entire family, including special global performances, moon bounce, and more!
5K Participants may enter the International Food Festival for free. If you plan to attend only the International Food Festival, we accept cash only at the event. No early registration required.
New This Year: Little Human Race: Kids (12-years and younger) can get in on the fun too this year! Join us for our “Little Human Race”, a quarter-mile, at 8:30 a.m.
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Our Impact
All proceeds from the Great Human Race 5K support the Western Family YMCA Annual Campaign, helping ensure everyone in our community has access to YMCA programs and services regardless of their ability to pay. Every step you take helps change lives.
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Email Kerry Smith at [email protected] for more information.
Everything You Need to Know
Race Tickets:
Race tickets include the International Food Festival.
- 5K Adult (18+): $35 per person *Early Registration* ($40 day of event)
- 5K Youth (Under 18): $20 per person
- Little Human Race (12 & under): $5
Race Time:
- Little Human Race (¼ Mile): 8:30 AM
- Great Human Race: 9 AM.
- Registration opens at 8 AM.
Location:
Registration Includes:
- Admission to the International Food Festival
- T-shirts for all pre-registered runners and walkers
- 1-week Guest Pass to the Western Family YMCA
- Post-race refreshments
International Food Festival Tickets
Want to attend the Food Festival but not the 5K? We’ve got you covered. Food Festival-only tickets are available for purchase.
- Adult: $20
- Youth: $5