Surf City Fitness Race to the Coast 5K

Event Overview

Mark your calendars now for the Surf City Fitness Race to the Coast 5K on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 8:30am. Hosted by Surf City Fitness and Benefitting Surf City Ocean Rescue.

Registration Includes

• Race Shirt: Included with registration.
• Post-Race Party: Featuring Food Trucks, Music and Vendor Fair.
• Flowers for Mom: Presented by Surf City Florist.
• Awards: For Age Group and Overall Winners.

Schedule

• Friday, May 8: 3:30pm - 6:30pm - Packet Pick Up at Surf City Fitness (2770 NC HWY 210 E suite 104 Hampstead, NC 28443).
• Saturday, May 9: 7:00am - 8:00am - Race Day Packet Pick Up at Soundside Park.
• Saturday, May 9: 8:30 AM - Race Start.

Wave Start Information

To help alleviate congestion on the bridge, this year’s race will start in waves. During registration, you’ll be asked to select your wave group. Race bibs will be color-coded based on your wave start time.

• Wave 1: In it to Win it Pace! (8:30 AM) - Under 30 minutes.
• Wave 2: Feel Good Pace (8:32 AM) - 30–45 minutes.
• Wave 3: Scenic Pace (8:34 AM) - 45–60 minutes.
• Wave 4: Walk & Talk Crew (8:36 AM) - 60+ minutes.

More Information

For additional details, visit the race page: Surf City Fitness Race to the Coast 5K.