GRAVEYARD GALLOP 5K
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 4:00PM EDT
- Location Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina
- Price $44.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling evening at the Graveyard Gallop 5K on Saturday, October 17, 2026! Set against the scenic backdrop of Ocean Isle Beach, Brunswick, this exciting road race kicks off at 4:00 PM, and promises a spooktacular time for participants and spectators alike. Join the fun as costumed volunteers cheer you on along the course, and enjoy a refreshing water stop to keep your energy up.
Not only will you be supporting your local community by raising funds for the Grissettown Volunteer Fire Department, but you’ll also have the chance to indulge in delicious concessions prepared by the firemen themselves. As a special treat, runners will receive a discount on entry to the renowned Haunted Trail starting at 6 PM! With awards for various age groups and overall top finishers, this is a fantastic opportunity for runners and walkers of all ages. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness and festive fun—register early to secure your spot and a stylish event shirt!
Not only will you be supporting your local community by raising funds for the Grissettown Volunteer Fire Department, but you’ll also have the chance to indulge in delicious concessions prepared by the firemen themselves. As a special treat, runners will receive a discount on entry to the renowned Haunted Trail starting at 6 PM! With awards for various age groups and overall top finishers, this is a fantastic opportunity for runners and walkers of all ages. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness and festive fun—register early to secure your spot and a stylish event shirt!
Organiser's Description
ITS A GRAVEYARD SMASH FOR CHARITY CASH!
COME GET SPOOKED AND HELP SUPPORT THE GRISSETTOWN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT ALL AT THE SAME TIME! JOIN THE SOHO RUNNING CLUB FOR A 5K ROAD RACE FEATURING COSTUMED VOLUNTEERS ALONG THE COURSE AND AT THE WATER STOP! THEN, STAY FOR CONCESSIONS PREPARED BY THE FIREMEN OF DISTRICT 31 AND GET $5.00 OFF INTO THEIR WELL KNOWN HAUNTED TRAIL AT 6PM! GUARANTEED TO BE A SCARY-FUN EVENING FOR ALL! PROCEEDS WILL GO DIRECTLY TO DISTRICT 31 VOLUNTEER FIRE STATION.
GRAVEYARD GALLOP 5K
* 5k Race
* Date: October 17, 2026
* Start Time: 4pm
* Location: GRISSETTOWN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT; DISTRICT 31
* Address: 758 LONGWOOD RD NW, OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC 28469
* Proceeds: DISTRICT 31 FIRE DEPARTMENT
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Packet Pickup Friday, 5-7pm; location TBD, Saturday 2:30 - 3:30 near start line
Race Start Time 4:00pm
FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE CONCESSIONS. RUNNERS GET $5.00 OFF ENTRY TO THE HAUNTED TRAIL WITH THEIR BIBS.
5K COURSE MAP:
5K RACE; 1 WATER STOP ON COURSE; RUNNERS & WALKERS WELCOME
Map to be posted soon!
SHIRTS:
T-shirts guaranteed for those who register on or before SEPT 14 at midnight.
SHIRT SIZES:
Adult - XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL
5K AWARDS:(OVERALL AWARDS ARE BASED ON GUN TIME)
Overall Male / Female: 1-3
Masters (40+) Male / Female: 1-3
Age Group Awards for Male / Female: 1-3 AGE GROUP MEDALS
5K AGE GROUPS:
0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39,40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
5K REGISTRATION:
Early Registration Price $40.00 until Sept 14
Late Registration Price $45.00 Sept 15-Oct 16 at midnight
Day of Race Price $47.00
PACKET PICKUP LOCATION AND TIME:
There is no Friday pick up. All runners will check in prior to the race on Saturday 2:30 - 3:30 near start line
EVENT SPECIAL NOTES:
NO STROLLERS OR PETS ON THE COURS
MUSIC AT THEIR OWN DISCRETION
AMPLE PARKING. PLEASE USE DESIGNATED PARKING AREA
LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE:
FACEBOOK: SOHO RUNNING CLUB
TWITTER: SOHORUNNING
INSTAGRAM: SOHORUNNING1
RACE DIRECTOR:
Debby Sauter & Kathy Robinette - SOHORUNNINGCLUB@GMAIL.COM
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
PRODUCED BY SOHO RUNNING CLUB..............VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
COME GET SPOOKED AND HELP SUPPORT THE GRISSETTOWN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT ALL AT THE SAME TIME! JOIN THE SOHO RUNNING CLUB FOR A 5K ROAD RACE FEATURING COSTUMED VOLUNTEERS ALONG THE COURSE AND AT THE WATER STOP! THEN, STAY FOR CONCESSIONS PREPARED BY THE FIREMEN OF DISTRICT 31 AND GET $5.00 OFF INTO THEIR WELL KNOWN HAUNTED TRAIL AT 6PM! GUARANTEED TO BE A SCARY-FUN EVENING FOR ALL! PROCEEDS WILL GO DIRECTLY TO DISTRICT 31 VOLUNTEER FIRE STATION.
GRAVEYARD GALLOP 5K
* 5k Race
* Date: October 17, 2026
* Start Time: 4pm
* Location: GRISSETTOWN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT; DISTRICT 31
* Address: 758 LONGWOOD RD NW, OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC 28469
* Proceeds: DISTRICT 31 FIRE DEPARTMENT
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Packet Pickup Friday, 5-7pm; location TBD, Saturday 2:30 - 3:30 near start line
Race Start Time 4:00pm
FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL HAVE CONCESSIONS. RUNNERS GET $5.00 OFF ENTRY TO THE HAUNTED TRAIL WITH THEIR BIBS.
5K COURSE MAP:
5K RACE; 1 WATER STOP ON COURSE; RUNNERS & WALKERS WELCOME
Map to be posted soon!
SHIRTS:
T-shirts guaranteed for those who register on or before SEPT 14 at midnight.
SHIRT SIZES:
Adult - XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL
5K AWARDS:(OVERALL AWARDS ARE BASED ON GUN TIME)
Overall Male / Female: 1-3
Masters (40+) Male / Female: 1-3
Age Group Awards for Male / Female: 1-3 AGE GROUP MEDALS
5K AGE GROUPS:
0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39,40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
5K REGISTRATION:
Early Registration Price $40.00 until Sept 14
Late Registration Price $45.00 Sept 15-Oct 16 at midnight
Day of Race Price $47.00
PACKET PICKUP LOCATION AND TIME:
There is no Friday pick up. All runners will check in prior to the race on Saturday 2:30 - 3:30 near start line
EVENT SPECIAL NOTES:
NO STROLLERS OR PETS ON THE COURS
MUSIC AT THEIR OWN DISCRETION
AMPLE PARKING. PLEASE USE DESIGNATED PARKING AREA
LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE:
FACEBOOK: SOHO RUNNING CLUB
TWITTER: SOHORUNNING
INSTAGRAM: SOHORUNNING1
RACE DIRECTOR:
Debby Sauter & Kathy Robinette - SOHORUNNINGCLUB@GMAIL.COM
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
PRODUCED BY SOHO RUNNING CLUB..............VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Races
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Graveyard Gallop 5k
Incl. $4.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th October 2026 (4:00PM EDT)
$44.40
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