Shark Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run 2026 — Orange Beach, AL
Registration for the Shark Run 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run costs $14 to $45 per entry. The race takes place July 4, 2026, in Orange Beach, Alabama, at 4671 Wharf Parkway with a 7:00 AM start time. Participants can choose between a 5K or 1-mile distance, with both running and walking options available. This Independence Day event offers a straightforward summer racing option for athletes of all levels looking to compete on the Fourth of July.
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Shark Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run 2026 — Orange Beach, AL
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 4.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Orange Beach, AL. 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.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Shark Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run 2026 — Orange Beach, AL?
Shark Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run 2026 — Orange Beach, AL takes place on July 4, 2026. The race is held in Orange Beach, Alabama.
Where is Shark Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run 2026 — Orange Beach, AL held?
Shark Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run 2026 — Orange Beach, AL is held at 4671 Wharf Pkwy in Orange Beach, Alabama.
Where can I find hotels near Shark Run 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run 2026 — Orange Beach, AL?
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