Run Hatteras 5k Road Race Series July 17, 2026

Fri, Jul 17, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Avon, NC; 41838 NC-12, Kinnakeet Shores, 27915
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Embrace a beautiful, flat 5k through Kinnakeet Shores in Avon, NC, perfect for adding fitness and fun to your Outer Banks summer vacation.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Great for

Military & First Responders

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Start your Outer Banks vacation mornings with a refreshing 5k run or walk in Avon, NC. This flat, paved course winds through the beautiful Kinnakeet Shores, offering scenic views as part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Enjoy a chip-timed race, earn a unique finisher medal, and receive a T-shirt. Top finishers across various categories will be recognized, and a light post-race breakfast awaits at the finish line. It's a lovely way to blend fitness with your summer getaway.

What to expect

* Enjoy a flat, paved 5k course through the scenic Kinnakeet Shores.
* Receive chip timing, a unique finisher medal, and a commemorative T-shirt.
* Celebrate your finish with a light post-race breakfast and awards for top runners.

Standout details

Flat, fast-paced course
Runs through Cape Hatteras National Seashore
Unique finisher medal
Light post-race breakfast

Perks & features

Medal

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Distances & registration

2 options

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

3.1 Miles
Fri, Jul 17, 8:00 AM EDT · From $49.64
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 4:08 AM EST · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT
1 Mile
Fri, Jul 17, 8:00 AM EDT · From $44.30
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 9:31 AM EST · Closes Jul 17, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Flat road course, warm-day exposure

Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Road
Flat
Timed race

From the organizer

Run Hatteras Summer 5k Race Series 8 AM Friday Mornings Summer 2026 in Kinnakeet Shores

Time : Start 8 AM

Location : SUN Realty 41838 NC-12, Avon, NC 27915

Click HERE for Directions to Start/Finish

Click HERE for Course Map

Fee: Adult $45 Youth Under 17 $40 Active Military Veteran $40

Packet Pickup/Early Registration : There is NO pre event morning packet pick-up.

Race day packet pickup and walk-up registration is race morning from 7:00-7:45 AM at the start line at SUN realty AVON. Online service never closes. .

It’s Summer time on the Outer Banks. Get your morning started right by adding fun and fitness to your vacation. Enjoy a flat fast paced run/walk through beautiful Kinnakeet Shores in Avon, NC part of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. Everyone gets a T-shirt, unique finisher medal and chip timing. Awards to the top 3 male and female in the Overall, 1st place Youth boy/girl (14 & under) and 1st Place M/F Masters (40 & Over). A light post - race breakfast and refreshments provided at the finish line.

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