Presented by TowneBank, the Outer Banks Marathon and Southern Fried Half Marathon will start at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and sends runners through the village of Mashoes along the scenic soundside of Roanoke Island before finishing back at Fort Raleigh. Once participants cross the finish line, they will enjoy a post-race celebration at the entrance to The Lost Colony.
Course Map
- TowneBank Outer Banks Southern Fried Half Marathon Course - View Map
- TowneBank Outer Banks Marathon Course - View Map
Race Perks
- Flat, fast course
- Southern Style BBQ, chowder, beer and entertainment at the post-race celebration
- T-shirt and swag for runners
- 2025 Finisher Medal
- Earn extra bling by running the 5K or 8K on Saturday to complete the Challenge (you must register for the Challenge, not each individual race)
Course Support
- Water stops approximately every 2 to 2.5 miles on the course
- Gatorade available at every stop
- GU Energy Gels available at every stop Porta Potties located at start/finish and adjacent to every water stop
- Pacer groups (join one of our pace groups on race day and allow the Pace Team to help you achieve your goals!)
Quick Facts
- 7-7:15 a.m. start at Fort Raleigh National Historic Site
- Minimum age is 16
- Dogs are not permitted on the course
- Strollers are not permitted on the course
- Headphones are not permitted on the course
- Course time limit is 4 hours (18:19 minutes per mile pace)
- Course certification #NC24009BDS
- Parking will be at Manteo Elementary School, Manteo Middle School, Manteo High School and COA. There will be NO PARKING at Fort Raleigh.
- Runners must stay on multiuse path for their safety and the safety of civilians or they could be facing disqualification
Have more questions? Check out our complete FAQs here.
Awards
- Overall and finisher awards will be handed out at the end of the race
- Individual age group medals will be mailed after the race
Register Now
For more info email info@obxse.org.
The Outer Banks 8K presented by Surf Pediatrics starts right at the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills. It goes around the historical memorial over to one of the nearby neighborhoods of Kill Devil Hills and finishes back at the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Once you cross the finish line you will have an after-race party and wonderful food along with awards.
Course Map
- Surf Pediatrics Surf & Soar 8K - View Map
Race Perks
- Flat, fast course around the historic Wright Brothers National Memorial (parking at First Flight school complex)
- Breakfast and entertainment at the post-race celebration
- Premium race t- shirt and a unique pair of socks
- Earn extra bling by running the half marathon on Sunday to complete the Challenge (you must register for the Challenge, not each individual race)
Course Support
- Water stops approximately every 1.5 miles on the course
- GU Energy Gels available at every stop
- Porta Potties available
Quick Facts
- Dogs are not permitted on the course
- Strollers are not permitted on the course
- Course time limit is 3 hours
- Parking is at the First Flight school complex off Colington Rd. and Veterans Dr. (must cross the road at the crosswalk)
Register Now
For more info email info@obxse.org.
Presented by Surf Pediatrics, the Outer Banks 5K takes place at the historic Wright Brothers National Memorial and surrounding park. The race is an event for the whole family!
Course Map
- Surf Pediatrics Surf & Soar 5K - View Map
Race Perks
- Flat, fast course around the historic Wright Brothers National Memorial
- Breakfast and entertainment at the post-race celebration
- Premium race t-shirt and awesome bling
- Earn extra bling by running the half marathon on Sunday to complete the Half Marathon Challenge (you must register for the Challenge, not each individual race)
Course Support
- Water stops approximately every 1.5 miles on the course
- GU Energy Gels available at every stop
- Porta Potties at start/finish line adjacent to the water station
Quick Facts
- 7:45 a.m. start at Wright Brothers National Memorial
- No minimum age
- Dogs are not permitted on the course
- Strollers are not permitted on the course
- Course time limits is a little over an hour (participants must maintain a 20 minutes per mile pace)
- Parking is at the First Flight school complex off Colington Rd. and Veterans Dr. (must cross the road at the crosswalk)
Register Now
For more info email info@obxse.org.
