The Currituck Salt & Sound 10k, 5k and 1-Miler
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Powells Point, North Carolina
- Price $16.90 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the Currituck Salt & Sound event on Saturday, September 19th, 2026, in Powells Point, Currituck. This exciting race features a variety of distances including a challenging 10k, a scenic 5k, and a delightful 1-Miler, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Currituck Sound. Participants will navigate through picturesque water thoroughfares and boardwalks, immersing themselves in the area's stunning wetlands and wildlife, including the local horses.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event welcomes everyone! The courses are designed to be scenic rather than speedy, ensuring a unique experience for all. Runners and walkers are encouraged to bring their furry friends (on a leash) and strollers, with a special area for dogs available for those looking to lend a helping hand to local shelter pets. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, exciting booths from various organizations, and an awards presentation honoring the top finishers. Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event that also supports local charities like the Corolla Wild Horse Fund and Back Packs for Kids! All finishers will receive a medal, and the first
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event welcomes everyone! The courses are designed to be scenic rather than speedy, ensuring a unique experience for all. Runners and walkers are encouraged to bring their furry friends (on a leash) and strollers, with a special area for dogs available for those looking to lend a helping hand to local shelter pets. After crossing the finish line, enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, exciting booths from various organizations, and an awards presentation honoring the top finishers. Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event that also supports local charities like the Corolla Wild Horse Fund and Back Packs for Kids! All finishers will receive a medal, and the first
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Salt and Sound 10k, 5k and Fun-Run, at the Currituck County Rural Center on Saturday, September 19th. Experience the area's waterfowl, wetland and the neighboring horses.
This unique race will bring you along water thoroughfares, on boardwalks and straightaways to the edge of the Currituck Sound.
The courses are scenic but not the fastest because you will be on multiple surfaces.
The courses will be well marked with chip timing, water stations and restrooms.
Welcome runners and walkers! We recommend that strollers and dogs (leash required) start at the back. If you don't have a dog and want to walk one, let us know as we have a limited number of friendly dogs onsite from the local animal shelter!
Stay after the race for pancake breakfast. There will be booths from various groups / organizations and an awards presentation
Award Categories/Divisions:
Cattail 10k:
Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Male and Female
Age Division -- Trophies to first 2 male and first 2 female finishers in each age category - 29 & under, 30-45, 46-59, 60 &up
Boardwalk Breeze 5k:
Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Male and Female
Age Division -- Trophies to first 2 male and first 2 female finishers in each age category - 29 & under, 30-45, 46-59, 60 &up
Frog-Hop 1 mile Taxi-Trot: Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female
Wheelchair Division: Top Male and Top Female.
**All finishers in each race will receive a race medal. First 150 registrants will receive a race t-shirt.
This race proudly supports the Corolla Wild Horse Fund, Currituck 4H, Back Packs for Kids and Kid's First.
This unique race will bring you along water thoroughfares, on boardwalks and straightaways to the edge of the Currituck Sound.
The courses are scenic but not the fastest because you will be on multiple surfaces.
The courses will be well marked with chip timing, water stations and restrooms.
Welcome runners and walkers! We recommend that strollers and dogs (leash required) start at the back. If you don't have a dog and want to walk one, let us know as we have a limited number of friendly dogs onsite from the local animal shelter!
Stay after the race for pancake breakfast. There will be booths from various groups / organizations and an awards presentation
Award Categories/Divisions:
Cattail 10k:
Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Male and Female
Age Division -- Trophies to first 2 male and first 2 female finishers in each age category - 29 & under, 30-45, 46-59, 60 &up
Boardwalk Breeze 5k:
Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Male and Female
Age Division -- Trophies to first 2 male and first 2 female finishers in each age category - 29 & under, 30-45, 46-59, 60 &up
Frog-Hop 1 mile Taxi-Trot: Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female
Wheelchair Division: Top Male and Top Female.
**All finishers in each race will receive a race medal. First 150 registrants will receive a race t-shirt.
This race proudly supports the Corolla Wild Horse Fund, Currituck 4H, Back Packs for Kids and Kid's First.
Races
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Salt & Sound 10k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
This course will bring you around the edge of the Currituck Sound, over a boardwalk and around ponds and horse corrals. You will go out to a secondary street and follow it down to the waterfront. Then back the same route. -
Salt & Sound 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
$32.80
This course will bring you to the edge of the kayak trail, over a boardwalk and around ponds and horse corrals. You will go out to a secondary street and follow it down to the waterfront. -
Boardwalk 1 Miler
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$16.90
This adventurous 1 miler goes around the Rural Center's Boardwalk and by the kayak trail. Great event if you have a stroller or dog.
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184 Milburn Sawyer Road, Powells Point, 27966, NC, United States
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