Old Baldy Run for the Light
Old Baldy Run for the Light is a running race on August 7, 2026 in Bald Head Island, NC, with an entry fee of $55.
- Date
- August 7, 2026 (15 days to go)
- Price
- $55
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
WHAT
The Run for the Light is a scenic run near coastal dunes and through the maritime forest on Bald Head Island, NC. Enjoy the sweeping views while running at dusk toward the light of The Old Baldy Lighthouse.
Make your participation in this race an entire day trip your whole family can enjoy!
Participants receive a finisher medal, shirt and swag bag (while supplies last). Participants over 21 years old also receive a beer ticket.
DISTANCES OFFERED
1 Mile - Untimed Event
5K - Timed Event
10K - Timed Event
*You can walk or run.
WHEN
Friday, August 7, 2026
WHERE
Packet Pickup Location
Bald Head Association Center
111 Lighthouse Wynd
Bald Head Island, NC 28461
*this is just over from the Start/Finish Line
Start/Finish Line
Bald Head Island
101 Lighthouse Wynd
Bald Head Island, NC 28461
HOW TO GET TO BALD HEAD ISLAND
To get to Bald Head Island, you must travel by ferry from Deep Point Marina in Southport, NC. Participants are required to secure their own ferry fare. Please book early, ferry availability will sell out.
Ferry at Deep Point Marina
1301 Ferry Rad SE
Southport, NC
Arrival at Bald Head Island
Upon arrival to Bald Head Island, expect a five/ten minute walk to the race start line, or you can ride the Tram.
To Purchase Ferry & Tram Tickets, or for the Ferry Schedule
www.baldheadislandferry.com
FULL SCHEDULE
For Schedule of Events, click HERE
HOW TO REGISTER
*Children 12 & Under get $10 off at checkout
Register Before the Race: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner
Register On Race Day: To register at the race, we will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone. You can also register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
91°
Typical Low
72°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Southport 5 N, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bald Head Island, NC
Nearest Airport
ILM
Wilmington International Airport · 22 mi
Major Hub
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport · 55 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Old Baldy Run for the Light, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
15
Days to train
- Race
- Old Baldy Run for the Light
- Date
- August 7, 2026
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About This Sport
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Make it a Racecation
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Old Baldy Run for the Light
Aug 7, 2026