Run Oak Island

Run Oak Island is a two-day running event held on Oak Island, North Carolina, featuring a variety of race distances including a 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, two Half Marathons (East and West courses), a Full Marathon, and the world's shortest Ultra Marathon at 26.25 miles. Scheduled for February 14-15, 2026, the event offers flat, scenic courses with ocean views, marsh sunrises, and historic live oak trees. Participants can choose single races or a 2-day combo, earning large 3D finisher medals and soft tri-blend shirts (except for the 1 Mile).

The event includes a festive after-party with Carolina BBQ and beer, and is part of the Big Ass Medal (BAM) race series, encouraging runners to complete multiple coastal races for additional awards. Virtual race options are also available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.