Running Races in Nags Head, NC

Nags Head, North Carolina has 9 upcoming running races, from 5Ks to marathons. Browse by vibe, difficulty, and community fit to find the right race for you.

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Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series at Jennette's Pier June 11, 2026

Embrace the morning glow with a family-friendly beach run along the beautiful Nags Head shores, complete with breakfast and a finisher medal.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Thu, Jun 11, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.1 MilesNags Head, NC

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Beach / sand · Flat · Walkers welcome

Nags Head Village 5k/1 mile Road Race series presented by Village Realty

A family-friendly 5k/1 mile series on the beautiful paved streets of West Nags Head, offering chip timing, medals, and awards.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Thu, Jun 18, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.1 MilesNags Head, NC

EasygoingRUN

Course · Road · Rolling · Family-oriented

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

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

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Thu, Jun 25, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.1 MilesNags Head, NC

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Beach / sand · Flat · Walkers welcome

Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series at Jennette's Pier July 9, 2026

Run a chip-timed 5k on the beautiful Nags Head beach, enjoy a stunning sunrise, and celebrate with post-race breakfast and a finisher medal.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.1 MilesNags Head, NC

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Beach / sand · Flat · Walkers welcome

Nags Head Village 5k/1 mile Road Race series presented by Village Realty

A welcoming, chip-timed 5k and 1-mile series for all ages, set in the charming Village of West Nags Head with great perks.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Thu, Jul 16, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.1 MilesNags Head, NC

EasygoingRUN

Course · Road · Rolling · Family-oriented

Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series Epstein St. Beach Access July 23, 2026

Start your day with a breathtaking sunrise run on the beautiful Nags Head beach, followed by a refreshing post-race breakfast and a finisher medal.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Thu, Jul 23, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.1 MilesNags Head, NC

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Beach / sand · Flat · Walkers welcome

Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series at Jennette's Pier August 6 , 2026

Run or walk a chip-timed 5k or 1-mile on the beautiful Nags Head beach, enjoying a spectacular sunrise, finisher medal, and post-race breakfast.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Thu, Aug 6, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.1 MilesNags Head, NC

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Beach / sand · Flat · Walkers welcome

Nags Head Village 5k/1 mile Road Race series presented by Village Realty

A family-friendly 5k/1 mile series in beautiful Nags Head, offering chip-timed fun, finisher medals, and awards on scenic streets.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Thu, Aug 13, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.1 MilesNags Head, NC

EasygoingRUN

Course · Road · Rolling · Family-oriented

Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series Epstein St. Beach Access August 20, 2026

Start your day with a breathtaking sunrise run on the beautiful Nags Head beach, complete with a finisher medal and post-race breakfast.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive

Thu, Aug 20, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.1 MilesNags Head, NC

Steady EffortRUN

Course · Beach / sand · Flat · Walkers welcome

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