BWC 2026 Spring Into Health 5K/1M

Are you ready for the 2026 BWC Spring Into Health 5K/1M?

Get Moving in 2026 with the Brunswick Wellness Coalition (BWC)!  The Brunswick Wellness Coalition (BWC) is committed to promoting health and wellness across Brunswick County—and we want YOU to join the movement! Whether you participate as an individual or part of a team, this is your chance to get active and have fun.

How to Participate:

• Individuals: Register online and show up ready to move!
• Teams:
  • Create your team and appoint a team leader to keep everyone motivated.
  • Make sure team members register under your team's name during online registration.
  • Take and share photos at the event using #BeWellBrunswick.
  • Encourage your team to walk, run, roll, or stroll together!
  • New this year: A special team category for Brunswick County Schools—let’s see those school spirit teams in action!

Theme: GO GREEN, GET HEALTHY! 
Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day with our “Go Green, Get Healthy” theme! Dress in your best green attire and embrace health as generations come together to move. Want to make it extra fun? Create a team decked out in every shade of green!

Registration Details:
5K Early Bird (by Feb 14):  Adults: $30

• Feb 15: Adult registration increases to $35.
• March 1: Final price increase—Adults $40.

Students (ages 6–18): $10

Children 5 & under: FREE

Register by Feb 14 to guarantee your event t-shirt!

Note:  1 mile event is a fun run (untimed) event

You can also donate to support health and wellness initiatives throughout Brunswick County.

Let's Spring Into Health!

Did you know?  Walking just 30–60 minutes a day, combined with a plant-forward diet, can lead to:

• More energy and improved mood
• Better sleep patterns
• Stronger bones and muscles
• Improved balance and coordination
• Better weight control
• Healthy habits can reduce your risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and cancer. If you already have a chronic condition, these habits can help you manage it and improve your quality of life.

Bottom line: No matter your age, it’s time to take responsibility for your health. Let’s make the commitment—do it for the health of it!

Finisher Medals

Onsite participants will receive medals.  

5K Awards

*given to the top three males and females in each Age Category: 

• 6-12
• 13-18
• 19-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60-69
• 70-+

Fastest Overall male
Fastest Overall female

1 Mile Awards

• First male under 12 years old 
• First female under 12 years old  

Spunky Team Award

One award will be given to the team with the most spunk! Think team size, creative theme attire, and motivating one another.

School Team Award

One award will be given to the SCHOOL team with the most school spirit.  Think team size, creative theme attire, and motivating one another.

Parking Information:  

A – Dosher Medical Office (905 Howe Street)
This lot is available for parking on weekends since the office is closed. It’s a convenient option for runners.

B – Dosher Hospital Main Lot
Minimal visitor and patient traffic occurs at this entrance on weekends, so this lot is also a great choice for parking.

C – Dosher Overflow Lot (Fodale & Howe Street)
Additional parking is available here if the other lots are full.

On-Street Parking: 

• You can also park along 9th Street or Howe Street if you prefer

Important Notes:

• No parking at Locals Family Diner
• No parking in the Dosher Emergency Department lot (located at E. 9th & N. Howe)

$PON$OR$ WANTED

Thank you for considering to be a BWC Spring Into Health 5K/1M sponsor. There are a variety of sponsorship levels available. Review the document to see perks!

• $1,500 PLATINUM TITLE SPONSOR
• $1,000 GOLD RACE SPONSOR
• $500 SILVER ITEM SPONSOR
• $250 BRONZE FRIEND OF THE RUN SPONSOR

Pay online or Checks accepted

Checks payable to:  New Hope Clinic 

Memo: BWC 

Mail to the following address:  201 W Boiling Spring Rd, Southport, NC 28461