Lighthouse 5k Series July 22, 2026

Wed, Jul 22, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Corolla, NC; 1100 Club Road, 27927
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Experience the historic charm and coastal beauty of Corolla, NC, with a family-friendly 5K run or walk that supports local charities.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the 16th annual Lighthouse 5k Series for a refreshing summer morning run or walk through Corolla, NC. This family-friendly event takes you past historic attractions like the Whalehead Club, Corolla Light, and the magnificent Currituck Beach Lighthouse. Enjoy a scenic tour of the Northern Outer Banks while embracing fitness on your vacation. All participants receive an event t-shirt and a unique finisher medallion. Your participation also supports local charities.

What to expect

Enjoy a scenic 5K run or walk past historic Outer Banks landmarks.
Receive a unique finisher medal and event t-shirt.
This event is walker and stroller friendly, welcoming all paces.

Standout details

Scenic course past historic Outer Banks sights
Unique finisher medal and event t-shirt
Supports local charities
Walker and stroller friendly

Perks & features

Dog-Friendly
Medal
Shirt
Stroller Friendly

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Wed, Jul 22, 8:00 AM EDT · From $49.64
Opens Dec 19, 2025, 1:20 AM EST · Closes Jul 22, 2026, 4:59 AM EDT
5K
Wed, Jul 22, 8:00 AM EDT · From $49.64
Opens Dec 19, 2025, 1:20 AM EST · Closes Jul 22, 2026, 4:59 AM EDT

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From the organizer

Brindley Beach Vacations Presents The Lighthouse 5k Series

Lighthouse 5k / 1 Mile Race Series celebrates its 16th annual running 8 AM Wednesday’s Summer 2026 at The Whalehead Club Corolla, NC

ADULT $45 Youth 17 & under $40 Walk-up registration and pre-registered packet pickup/check-in is available race morning 6:50 - 7:50 AM at the race start line, located at the Whalehead Club 1100 Club Rd, Corolla, NC 27927 in the recently renamed Historic Corolla Park. There is plenty of parking and restrooms are located onsite. All entries include event t-shirt, finisher medallion and chip timing.

For more information contact: obxrunning@gmail.com or call/text (252) 489-8239 This is a family fun event sponsored by Brindley Beach Vacations touring the historic attractions of the Northern beaches of the Outer Banks ! Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead Club , Corolla Light and the magnificent Currituck Beach Lighthouse are all along the course.

Unique finisher medals and t-shirts to all participants. Race Start/Finish in front of the Historic Mansion at The Whalehead Club in Corolla Awards for the Top 3 Male/Female overall, the 1st place Masters M/F (over 40) and the 1st place Youth M/F (14 & under).

CLICK HERE FOR COURSE MAPS AND RACE START AT THE WHALEHEAD CLUB

CLICK HERE FOR CURRENT GARMIN LINK

CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE MAPS DIRECTIONS

REGISTRATION NEVER CLOSES, EVERYONE GETS A SHIRT, A MEDAL AND ALL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES. WE ARE WALKER AND STROLLER FRIENDLY. OUR MISSION IS TO GIVE YOU THE BEST EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE. SERVICE DOGS ALLOWED NO OTHER PETS PLEASE. EACH OF OUR EVENTS HELPS AND ASSISTS LOCAL CHARITIES. ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

Lighthouse 5k Series July 22, 2026

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