Wild Bill 5k
About this race
In both memory and honor of William “Wild Bill” Sonner, Seven Oaks and the Stonehenge HOA is proud to hold our fifth annual Wild Bill 5k in 2025. Wild Bill was a coach, mentor and community leader in Raleigh for decades. The same passion that made Wild Bill an All-American athlete at NC State, made him a beloved Raleigh fixture for nearly 70 years. While his forte was swimming, Wild Bill was well known for running daily, no matter how hot the summer days got. Wild Bill was relentless and we wish to harness that energy to raise money for good causes in his honor.
The 5k course has been certified by USATF and issued course number NC21006BDS. An easily viewable course map is linked below and HERE using mapmyrun.
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5k
Kids Race (~1/2 Mile, 10 and under)
Typical race-day weather
Based on 6 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Raleigh.
About Raleigh
Wild Bill 5k takes place in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. The local timezone is America/Indiana/Indianapolis.
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