
From the Organizer
Join us for the first race of the 2027 BAM! Race Series in Oak Island North Carolina! BAM is short for #BigAssMedals and our medals do not disappoint!
Oak Island is a beautiful coastal island large enough for a FULL MARATHON! We actually host 2 half marathons (East & West) that allow you to tour each end of the island (the East is competitive and the West is walker friendly). We host a flat and fast 10K and of course the 5K which are completely on the island with no elevation gain and minimal turns. Highlights include: Lighthouse, 13+ miles of beach views along the ocean (running on the road), a bridge (on the West Half & Full Marathon) and much more! President’s Day weekend is a perfect long weekend to enjoy the beach. Average temperatures are 58 High /41 Low in February.
FRIDAY:
Packet pickup is open from 12-7pm
SATURDAY:
6:45AM - Ultra, Full Marathon & East Half Marathon
7:00AM - West Half Marathon
All morning until 2:00PM - After Party (Beer, BBQ, Awards, Games)
*TBD - Packet pickup option either on-site at the race or a 2nd expo day.
SUNDAY:
7:00AM - 10K
8:30AM - 5K
9:30AM - 1 Mile
All morning until 10:30AM - After Party (Beer, BBQ, Awards, Games)
HUGE 3D medals and custom made tri-blend finisher shirts for all participants in the 2027 races.
For all up-to-date race information including packet pickup, maps of the course, FAQ's and more, please visit the official race website: https://coastalraceproductions.com/race/run-oak-island-2027
Events
Weather
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
62°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Southport 5 N, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
8,888
as of 2023
Elevation
18 ft
Nearest Airport
ILM
Wilmington International Airport · 28 mi
Major Hub
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport · 49 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
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SHE MOVES
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Feb 13, 2027