The Labor Day Lighthouse 5K 2026 — Buxton, NC

Date
September 7, 2026
Location
Buxton, NC
Venue
Old Lighthouse Beach Access
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$40.00 – $45.00
Events
The Labor Day Lighthouse 5K
Includes
T-Shirt, Finisher Medal, Eco Water Cup
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Join us on Labor Day - Monday, September 7th starting at 7:30am and run through the newly refurbished Cape Hatteras Lighthouse grounds!! While the lighthouse is still undergoing renovation, this 5K will offer stunning views of the lighthouse and a tour of the surrounding park. Our first 200 registrants receive a commemorative shirt, eco-friendly reusable cup and an awesome finisher medal to celebrate your accomplishment. Get your Labor Day off to a healthy start - join us and to run the 3nd annual Labor Day Lighthouse 5K !!

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Buxton, NC. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

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