Croatan Campfire - Friday Night Lights 5k

Saturday, November 4, 2023 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Swansboro, North Carolina

$22.20–$117.60 · 6 races

5km, 1 Mile, Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting weekend at the Croatan Campfire - Friday Night Lights 5K, taking place on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at the Carteret Speedway in Swansboro, Carteret! This vibrant event promises a fantastic atmosphere filled with running, biking, camping, and the warmth of campfires, all set against the backdrop of fall beach weather.

Kick off the festivities with the Friday Night Lights 5K and 1 Mile Run, both of which will take place on the track under the dazzling lights! Participants will enjoy unique perks including custom socks, dog tag medals, digital timing, and a lively post-race celebration. But the excitement doesn’t stop there! On Saturday, join in on the action with a thrilling 40-mile gravel bike race, featuring four 10-mile loops that cater to both elite riders and newcomers looking to hit the trails. This weekend is all about having a blast with friends and family, making unforgettable memories while enjoying the great outdoors. Don’t miss out on this electrifying experience!

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Races

Friday Night Lights 5k Run

Incl. $3.70 Fee & Ridge Supply Custom Socks

Friday, Nov 3, 2023 (7:00 PM EDT)

$48.70

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Friday Night Lights 1 Mile Run

Incl. $2.20 Fee &

Friday, Nov 3, 2023 (6:30 PM EDT)

$22.20

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Gravel Bike Race - OPEN DIVISION

Incl. $7.60 Fee & Ridge Supply Socks

9:00 AM EDT

$117.60

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Gravel Bike Race - 40+

Incl. $7.60 Fee & Ridge Supply Socks

9:00 AM EDT

$117.60

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Gravel Bike Race - 50+

Incl. $7.60 Fee & Ridge Supply Socks

9:00 AM EDT

$117.60

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Gravel Bike Race 60+

Incl. $7.60 Fee & Ridge Supply Socks

9:00 AM EDT

$117.60

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Organiser's description

Come join us at the Carteret Speedway for a weekend of running, biking, camping, campfires, and fall beach weather.

Friday Night we will turn on the lights for Friday Night Lights 5K and 1 Mile Run. Both races will be run on the track!

Saturday we will have a new 40 MILE gravel bike race course that is Called SECTOR 4x4. (4 x 10 Mile loops) which will be a ripping good and fast time for elite riders and a great way for first-time riders to get their tires dirty!

This is a weekend about enjoy some quality time together ... it is not the world championships of anything except maybe having a good time.

5K REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

* Custom Ridge Supply Croatan Camp Fire Socks
* Dog Tag Medal
* Digital Timing and Awards
* Post-race celebration
* Onsite camping

40 MILE GRAVEL REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

* Custom Ridge Supply Croatan Camp Fire Socks
* Custom Race Tee
* Stocked Aid Station
* Digital Timing and Awards
* Post Race Celebration
* Onsite Camping