Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series Epstein St. Beach Access June 25, 2026

Thu, Jun 25, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Nags Head, NC; 5701 S Virginia Dare Trail, milepost 14.5 on the Beach Rd, 27959
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Greet the day with a scenic 5k beach run on the Outer Banks, featuring a beautiful sunrise and post-race breakfast.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Experience the Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series, a family-friendly event on the beautiful Outer Banks. Run along the expansive shores of Nags Head, enjoying one of the East Coast's most stunning sunrises. This chip-timed race offers a refreshing start to your day, complete with post-race breakfast and refreshments. All participants receive a finisher medal and a Summer Series shirt, making it a memorable experience for runners and walkers alike.

What to expect

Enjoy a chip-timed 5k race on the sand.
Receive a finisher medal and event t-shirt.
Savor a cold breakfast and refreshments after your run.

Standout details

Beach race on Outer Banks sand
Stunning East Coast sunrise views
Post-race cold breakfast & refreshments
Finisher medal & Summer Series shirt

Perks & features

Awards
Chip Timed
Medal
Shirt

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Distances & registration

2 options

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

1 Miles
Thu, Jun 25, 8:00 AM EDT · From $49.64
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 9:09 AM EST · Closes Jun 25, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT
3.1 Miles
Thu, Jun 25, 8:00 AM EDT · From $49.64
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 9:09 AM EST · Closes Jun 25, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

Beach / sand course, warm-day exposure

Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Beach / sand
Flat
Timed race

From the organizer

Outer Banks Sunrise 5k/1 Mile Beach Race Series presented by Village Realty

Beach 5K/1 Mile 8 AM This is a family and walker friendly chip timed event. 5k Awards to top male and female winners 1st-3rd placement overall, 1st place m/f 14 & under and Masters (40 & over 1st place m/f)

Early packet pickup and late registration There is NO pre-race day packet pickup. Late registration and walk-up is always available event morning on site from 7-7:45 AM at Your race location Race Fees: includes chip timed race, event t-shirt, post-race cold breakfast & refreshments and finisher medal. Adult $45 Youth 17 & Under $40

Click Here for directions to Jennette's Pier located at 7223 S. Virginia Dare Tr Nags Head, NC 27959

Race contact info: fastest by text before 7pm daily at 252-489-8239 or email us at obxrunning@gmail.com

This is a family fun event on the beautiful beaches of the Outer Banks featuring the expansive shores of Nags Head. Sunrise appreciation, post-race, features breakfast refreshments, and, of course, the most beautiful sunrise on the East Coast. Finisher medals and Summer Series Shirts to ALL participants.

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