Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5k 2026

The race.

The Mother Earth Brewing Ironclad Half-Marathon & 5K takes place October 17, 2026, in Kinston, NC. Participants can choose between a 5K or half-marathon distance. The event is organized by Ironclad Races Inc, a Kinston-based nonprofit that donates all proceeds to local charities and community organizations. Finishers receive unisex short-sleeve t-shirts or ladies' rocker tank tops. The race is presented by title sponsor Mother Earth Brewing and aims to showcase Kinston's historic and cultural features while drawing runners to the area.