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
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
86°
Typical Low
73°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Manteo Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Kill Devil Hills, NC
Elevation
7 ft
Nearest Airport
ORF
Norfolk International Airport · 68 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Outer Banks Freedom 5k/1 Mile & Little Sparkler Fun Run
- Date
- July 3, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Kill Devil Hills, NC
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5K
9 miles away
Nags Head Village 5k/1 mile Road Race series presented by Village Realty
5K
9 miles away
Nags Head Sunrise 5k Beach Race Series Epstein St. Beach Access June 25, 2026
5K
9 miles away
The Independence 1 Mile Beer Run
Less than a mile away
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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 race held in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina on July 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Outer Banks Freedom 5k/1 Mile & Little Sparkler Fun Run?
- Friday, July 3, 2026 in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina at 102 Town Hall Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC. Check the 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 the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Outer Banks Freedom 5k/1 Mile & Little Sparkler Fun Run
Jul 3, 2026