Oct
18
Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half Marathon and 5K
Kinston, North Carolina
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This event offers two distances: a Half Marathon (≈ 13.1 mi) and a 5K. The Half Marathon starts at 7:30 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:00 AM, both in Kinston, NC, and finishes inside Grainger Stadium. The course is road-based, mostly flat and fast, taking runners through downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, with scenic and historic touches. Packet pickup is available the night before and on race day, medals and race shirts are provided, and proceeds go to local charities. The Half Marathon has a time cutoff of about 3.5 hours, while the 5K has no hard cutoff, though a minimum pace is asked at the start.
Races
Organized by Ironclad Races Inc. with title sponsor Mother Earth Brewing, the Half Marathon takes place on Saturday, 18 October 2025, in Kinston, North Carolina, USA, starting at 7:30 AM EDT from Grainger Stadium. The course is mostly flat and fast, passing through downtown, historic sites like the replica CSS Neuse II ironclad ship, and finishing inside the stadium.
Also hosted by Ironclad Races Inc. & Mother Earth Brewing, the 5K race runs on 18 October 2025 in Kinston, NC, starting at 8:00 AM EDT, and shares the finish inside Grainger Stadium. It’s a friendly, community-oriented distance, great for those looking for a shorter race while still enjoying the event’s atmosphere and local charm.
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FAQs
What is the Ironclad Half Marathon?
How long is the Ironclad Half Marathon?
Where does the Ironclad Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Ironclad Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Ironclad Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ironclad Half Marathon?
Organized by Ironclad Races Inc. with title sponsor Mother Earth Brewing, the Half Marathon takes place on Saturday, 18 October 2025, in Kinston, North Carolina, USA, starting at 7:30 AM EDT from Grainger Stadium. The course is mostly flat and fast, passing through downtown, historic sites like the replica CSS Neuse II ironclad ship, and finishing inside the stadium.
The Ironclad Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Ironclad Half Marathon takes place in Kinston, NC, USA.
Runna classifies the Ironclad Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Ironclad Half Marathon?
Organized by Ironclad Races Inc. with title sponsor Mother Earth Brewing, the Half Marathon takes place on Saturday, 18 October 2025, in Kinston, North Carolina, USA, starting at 7:30 AM EDT from Grainger Stadium. The course is mostly flat and fast, passing through downtown, historic sites like the replica CSS Neuse II ironclad ship, and finishing inside the stadium.
How long is the Ironclad Half Marathon?
The Ironclad Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Ironclad Half Marathon take place?
The Ironclad Half Marathon takes place in Kinston, NC, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Ironclad Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Ironclad Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Ironclad Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ironclad Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Ironclad 5K?
How long is the Ironclad 5K?
Where does the Ironclad 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Ironclad 5K?
How can I prepare for the Ironclad 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ironclad 5K?
Also hosted by Ironclad Races Inc. & Mother Earth Brewing, the 5K race runs on 18 October 2025 in Kinston, NC, starting at 8:00 AM EDT, and shares the finish inside Grainger Stadium. It’s a friendly, community-oriented distance, great for those looking for a shorter race while still enjoying the event’s atmosphere and local charm.
The Ironclad 5K is 5km long.
The Ironclad 5K takes place in Kinston, NC, USA.
Runna classifies the Ironclad 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Ironclad 5K?
Also hosted by Ironclad Races Inc. & Mother Earth Brewing, the 5K race runs on 18 October 2025 in Kinston, NC, starting at 8:00 AM EDT, and shares the finish inside Grainger Stadium. It’s a friendly, community-oriented distance, great for those looking for a shorter race while still enjoying the event’s atmosphere and local charm.
How long is the Ironclad 5K?
The Ironclad 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Ironclad 5K take place?
The Ironclad 5K takes place in Kinston, NC, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Ironclad 5K?
Runna classifies the Ironclad 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Ironclad 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Ironclad 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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