Movin' Mullet 5k

OCT

3

2026

Run or walk a themed 5k to kick off Swansboro's Mullet Festival. The event features an in-person race, a virtual option, and a free stroller entry for young children. Show off your best mullet style and earn a finisher's medal.

Sat 3 Oct 2026

Swansboro, North Carolina

Website Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Movin' Mullet 5k Run is a running event held in Swansboro, North Carolina. It takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The event is part of the local Mullet Festival celebrations, occurring on the Saturday before the festival. It is presented by Marine Chevy and is owned and operated by the Jacksonville-Onslow Sports Commission.

Available Events

Participants can choose from three different event options:

Mullet 5k Run: An in-person run.
Mullet Virtual 5k: A virtual running option.
Stroller Child Participant: For children aged 5 and under accompanying a registered runner in a stroller.

Location & Registration

The event starts at 106 Church St. in Swansboro, NC. Registration for the in-person 5k costs $20, with the price increasing after July 15, 2026. The virtual 5k costs $25. Registration for the stroller child participant is free.

The event encourages runners to wear fun clothing and display mullet hairstyles, referencing the playful theme. Organizers note that finishers receive a medal upon completing the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

Mullet 5k Run

Mullet Virtual 5k

Stroller Child Participant (only 5 and Under)