Outer Banks Freedom 5k/1 Mile & Little Sparkler Fun Run

Race Details

• Date: Friday, July 3rd, 2026
• Time: SUN Realty Freedom 5k/1 Mile - 7:30 AM
• Time: Little Sparkler 1/4 Mile Fun Run - 8:10 AM

Charity

• Beneficiary: Outer Banks Giving Tree

Location

• Start and Finish: Kill Devil Hills Town Hall
• Address: 102 Town Hall Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
• Landmark: in front of the Town War Memorial.
• Directions: Click HERE for Directions

Packet Pick-up

• Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
• Time: 2 - 6 PM
• Location: The Gym, 3712 Croatan Hwy (Hwy 158), MP 4½, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
• Directions: Click HERE for Directions

Race Fees

• Freedom 5K/1 Mile: $50
• Freedom 5K/1 Mile for 17 & Under: $45
• 1/4 Mile Fun Run: $35 (10 & under)

Event Highlights

• Theme: All American family and community event in the spirit of American Independence!
• Presented by: SUN Realty and The OBX Running Company
• Awards: Unique awards for top Male and Female winners, including Overall and Masters categories.
• Finisher Gifts: Event t-shirt and unique finisher medals to all participants.

Post Race Celebration

• Refreshments: Watermelon, Pastries, and Light Refreshments

Additional Information

• Course Map: Click Here for 5k Course Map
• Garmin Info: Click HERE for Garmin
• Chip Timing: This is a chip timed event. Results will be posted on our Race Results page and emailed to all contestants.
• Included: Race Fee includes t-shirt, finisher medal, chip timing, professional services, event photography, light snacks and refreshments.

Future Events

• Next Race: Join us at Sunday June 28, 2026 at The Outer Banks Brewing Station for the Independence Beer Mile, a 21 and over Social Run!

Contact Information

• Questions: For questions regarding general information please email us at obxrunning@gmail.com or text 252-489-8239

Registration Link

• Sign-Up: Register for the race here!