Old Baldy Run for the Light – Bald Head Island, NC 2026
Date
August 7, 2026
Location
Bald Head Island, NC
Venue
Old Baldy Lighthouse
Start Time
6:00 PM
Entry Fee
$45.00 – $55.00
Events
10K, 5K, 1 Mile
Includes
Race Shirt
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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, fe
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