Lighthouse 5k Series July 8, 2026

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

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

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At a glance

A scenic summer 5K through historic Corolla, offering family fun, competitive awards, and support for 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 summer morning run or walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light in Corolla, NC. This family-friendly event invites you to experience the charm of the Northern Outer Banks, passing by the Whalehead Club, Corolla Light, and the magnificent Currituck Beach Lighthouse. Enjoy a flat course, chip timing, and unique finisher medals and t-shirts. Your participation also supports local charities, adding a meaningful touch to your vacation fitness.

What to expect

Run or walk a flat 5K course past historic Outer Banks landmarks.
Enjoy a walker and stroller-friendly event with convenient onsite parking and restrooms.
Receive chip timing, a unique finisher medal, and an event t-shirt.

Standout details

Historic Corolla Park setting
Views of Currituck Beach Lighthouse
Walker and stroller friendly
Supports local charities

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 8, 8:00 AM EDT · From $49.64
Opens Dec 16, 2025, 2:30 PM EST · Closes Jul 8, 2026, 4:59 AM EDT
5K
Wed, Jul 8, 8:00 AM EDT · From $49.64
Opens Dec 16, 2025, 2:30 PM EST · Closes Jul 8, 2026, 4:59 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Flat
Timed race

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

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