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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
184 Milburn Sawyer Road, Powells Point Currituck NC
10K · 5K · 1 Mile
73–76°F · some rain risk
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2025
68–72°F
dry
2024
72–73°F
dry
2023
69–74°F
dry
2022
72–79°F
dry
2021
75–77°F
dry
2020
67–73°F
dry
2019
69–70°F
dry
2018
75–80°F
dry
2017
74–77°F
dry
2016
77–78°F
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About this race
The Northern Outer Banks Salt & Sound Run/Walk
Join us for the Salt and Sound 10k, 5k and 1-mile Fun-Run, at the Currituck County Rural Center on Saturday, September 19th. Experience the area's waterfowl, wetland and the neighboring horses.
Race Overview
- Course Experience: This unique race will bring you along water thoroughfares, on boardwalks and straightaways to the edge of the Currituck Sound.
- Scenic Terrain: The courses are scenic but not the fastest because you will be on multiple surfaces.
- Event Amenities: Each event will be well marked with chip timing, water stations and the parks permanent restrooms.
- Support Team: Best of all, the rear race marshals will be on horseback! They are there to help you hoof it!
Participation Details
- Welcome: Welcome runners and walkers! We recommend that strollers and dogs (leash required) start at the back.
- Post-Race Food: Stay after the race for pancake breakfast.
- Sponsors: Thank you to our key sponsors Hoffer Flow Controls, Pro1 Pest Control and Towne Bank for making this event possible and your continued support!
Award Categories/Divisions
10k:
- Overall Awards: Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Male and Female.
- Military Awards: Overall 1st place Military Male and Female.
- Age Division: First and second place to first two male and first two female finishers in each age category - 29 & under, 30-45, 46-59, 60 & up.
5k:
- Overall Awards: Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Male and Female.
- Age Division: First and second place to first two male and first two female finishers in each age category - 29 & under, 30-45, 46-59, 60 & up.
1 Miler:
- Top Finishers: Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female.
- Wheelchair Division: Top Male and Top Female.
All finishers in each race will receive a race medal. First 150 registrants will receive a race t-shirt.
Community Support
This race proudly supports the Corolla Wild Horse Fund, Currituck 4H, Back Packs for Kids and Kid's First.
Event Details
For more information, visit our registration page at Salt and Sound Race Registration.
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