Run Sunset Beach

  • Date Sat 11th April 2026
  • Time 6:45AM EDT
  • Location Sunset Beach, North Carolina
  • Price $30.00 - $89.24
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 13th annual Run Sunset Beach, taking place on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, at the stunning Sunset Beach in Brunswick, North Carolina! This vibrant event is part of the BAM! Race Series, renowned for its incredible finisher medals, affectionately dubbed #BigAssMedals. Participants can choose from three exciting race distances: a half marathon, a 5K, and a 1-mile run, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of this top-ranked beach.

As you run through the beautiful coastal island, you'll experience scenic waterfront parks, shaded golf course communities, and unforgettable views over the intracoastal waterway. With average temperatures around a pleasant 67°F, April is the perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors while challenging yourself in a fun, community-focused atmosphere. The race starts bright and early, with the half marathon kicking off at 6:45 AM, followed by the 10K and 5K at 7:00 AM, and the 1-Mile at 8:30 AM. Don’t miss out on the unique finisher swag that has included everything from surfboard designs to artistic connecting medals – this year's offerings are sure to

Organiser's Description

Join us for our 13th annual Run Sunset Beach of the BAM! Race Series in Sunset Beach North Carolina! BAM is short for #BigAssMedals and our finisher medals do not disappoint.

Sunset Beach is a beautiful coastal island in SE North Carolina with a beautiful waterfront park, shaded golf course communities, an incredible bridge over the intracoastal waterway and unforgettable oceanfront views on the island! We host a half marathon, 5K & 1 Mile in April when the average temperatures are a High 67 and a Low of 59. Sunset Beach is ranked one of the top beaches in the World by National Geographic!

START TIMES:

6:45am - Half Marathon
7:00am 10K & 5K
8:30am - 1Mile

FINISHER SWAG:

Over the years weve had surfboard, flip flop, glass, lockets, artistic connecting medals, a pirate theme, mosaic designs, and much more - we change it up each year to bring unique medals but this year might top them all. We hope you enjoy them!
*Please note: You are registering for a "race experience" medals and t-shirts are for finishers only.

Races

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $10.24 Fee & Race T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (6:45AM EDT)

    $89.24

  • 10k

    Incl. $7.20 Fee & Race T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (7:00AM EDT)

    $52.20

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $6.90 Fee & Race T-Shirt

    Sat 11th April 2026 (7:00AM EDT)

    $46.90

  • 1 Mile

    Incl. $5.00 Fee

    Sat 11th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $30.00

    Keeping our 1 Mile super affordable this includes a 1 Mile Medal and Race Bib. Race Shirt is available for purchase.
  • Virtual Half Marathon

    Incl. $10.24 Fee & Race T-Shirt

    $89.24

  • Virtual 10K

    Incl. $7.20 Fee & Race T-Shirt

    $52.20

  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $6.90 Fee & Race T-Shirt

    $46.90

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Location

206 Sunset Blvd N, Sunset Beach, 28468, NC, United States

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