Outer Banks Freedom 5k/1 Mile & Little Sparkler Fun Run
- Date
- July 3, 2026
- Distance
- SUN Realty Freedom 5k · SUN Realty Freedom 1 Mile · Little Sparkler 1/4 Mile Fun Run
From the Organizer
Friday, July 3rd, 2026
SUN Realty Freedom 5k/1 Mile - 7:30 AM
Little Sparkler 1/4 Mile Fun Run - 8:10 AM
CHARITY: Outer Banks Giving Tree
Race Start and Finish at the Kill Devil Hills Town Hall
102 Town Hall Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
in front of the Town War Memorial. Click HERE for Directions
Early Packet Pick-up:
Thursday July 2, 2026 (2 - 6 PM) at The Gym. Located at 3712 Croatan Hwy (Hwy 158)
MP 4½, in Kitty Hawk, NC 27949 (252) 489-8239 Click HERE for Directions
and on site Race Day: 6:15 am - 7:15 am
Freedom 5K/1 Mile
$50
$45 17 & Under
1/4 Mile Fun Run
$35 (10 & under)
All American family and community event in the spirit of American Independence!
Presented by SUN Realty and The OBX Running Company
Unique awards for the top Male and Female winners
1st - 3rd place Overall, 1st - 3rd place M/F Masters (over 40)
and 1st in age group 10 year increments starting at U10
Event t-shirt and unique finisher medals to all participants.
Watermelon, Pastries and Light Refreshments for a little Post Race celebration.
Click Here for 5k Course Map
Click HERE for Garmin
This is a chip timed event. Results will be posted on our Race Results page and emailed to all contestants.
Race Fee includes t-shirt, finisher medal, chip timing, professional services
event photography, light snacks and refreshments
Want to run with us again? Join us at Sunday June 28, 2026 at The Outer Banks Brewing Station for
the Independence Beer Mile a 21 and over Social Run!
For questions regarding general information please email us at obxrunning@gmail.com or text 252-489-8239
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Outer Banks Freedom 5k/1 Mile & Little Sparkler Fun Run?
- Outer Banks Freedom 5k/1 Mile & Little Sparkler Fun Run is a running event held in Kill Devil Hills, NC. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Outer Banks Freedom 5k/1 Mile & Little Sparkler Fun Run?
- Friday, July 3, 2026 in Kill Devil Hills, NC at 102 Town Hall Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Outer Banks Freedom 5k/1 Mile & Little Sparkler Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Outer Banks Freedom 5k/1 Mile & Little Sparkler Fun Run
Jul 3, 2026