Run Oak Island
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About the race
Run Oak Island is a two day coastal running event held February 13 and 14, 2027, featuring multiple in-person and virtual race options and weekend challenge formats. The program includes an ultra, a full marathon, two different half marathons, a 10K, a 5K and a 1 mile fun run.
Distances offered:
- 26.25 miles Ultra Marathon (not certified)
- 26.2 miles Full Marathon (USATF certified NC19001BDS)
- 13.1 miles East Half Marathon (USATF certified NC19031BDS)
- 13.1 miles West Half Marathon (USATF certified NC16006BW)
- 10K (USATF certified NC24003DF)
- 5K (USATF certified NC16005BW)
- 1 Mile fun run (not timed or certified)
Organizers describe the full and East half courses as flat with oceanfront and marsh views; the West half includes two crossings of an intracoastal bridge with about 65 feet of elevation. Course support includes water and Gatorade at multiple stops (full marathon 13 stops, half marathon 7 stops, 10K 2 stops, 5K 1 stop) plus signage and lead bikers on longer routes. Several certified courses are listed.
Finishers receive three dimensional medals and most distances include a tri-blend shirt; the 1 mile shirt is an optional add-on. Weekend options include a 2 day combo with an extra medal and a Sunday three race challenge totaling about 10.3 miles. Time limits vary by race. Packet pickup location is tentatively the St. James Community Center; details will be finalized. Post-race provisions include Carolina style BBQ, a beer ticket per registrant, and age group and overall awards with separate gun time and chip time placements. Virtual entrants receive mailed packets within two weeks and may transfer to virtual up to seven days before the event for a processing fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
