The Northern Outer Banks Salt & Sound Run/Walk
- 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
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the Northern Outer Banks Salt & Sound Run/Walk on Saturday, September 19th, 2026, in Powells Point, Currituck! This exciting event features a variety of race distances including a challenging 10K, a spirited 5K, and a delightful Fun Run, all taking place at the scenic Currituck County Rural Center. Participants will experience the stunning beauty of the area's waterfowl, wetlands, and even the majestic horses, as they traverse picturesque routes along water thoroughfares and boardwalks, culminating at the stunning Currituck Sound.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, there's something for everyone! The courses are designed to be scenic, offering a unique experience on multiple surfaces, and will be clearly marked with chip timing, water stations, and restrooms available for your convenience. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome, but we encourage pet owners to start towards the back to ensure a smooth experience for all. Plus, if you're looking to share some love with a furry friend, we have a selection of friendly dogs available from a local animal shelter for you to walk! After the race, stick around for a delicious pancake breakfast,
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, there's something for everyone! The courses are designed to be scenic, offering a unique experience on multiple surfaces, and will be clearly marked with chip timing, water stations, and restrooms available for your convenience. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome, but we encourage pet owners to start towards the back to ensure a smooth experience for all. Plus, if you're looking to share some love with a furry friend, we have a selection of friendly dogs available from a local animal shelter for you to walk! After the race, stick around for a delicious pancake breakfast,
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:
10K:
Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Male and Female
Overall 1st place Military 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
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
1 MILER
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:
10K:
Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Male and Female
Overall 1st place Military 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
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
1 MILER
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 wheelchair, stroller or dog.
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184 Milburn Sawyer Road, Powells Point, 27966, NC, United States
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