Old Baldy Run for the Light

WHAT
The Run for the Light is a scenic run near coastal dunes and through the maritime forest on Bald Head Island, NC. Enjoy the sweeping views while running at dusk toward the light of The Old Baldy Lighthouse.

Make your participation in this race an entire day trip your whole family can enjoy by taking part in an afternoon festival celebrating National Lighthouse Day featuring games, crafts, music, bbq, beer and more! The festival will be taking place on the lighthouse grounds, the start and finishing site for The Run for the Light. 

DISTANCES OFFERED
1 Mile Run/Walk - Untimed Event
5K Run/Walk - Timed Event
10K Run/Walk - Timed Event

WHEN
Sunday, August 7, 2022

WHERE - Start/Finish Line
Bald Head Island
101 Lighthouse Wynd
Bald Head Island, NC 28461

HOW TO REGISTER
**Children 12 & Under get $10 off at checkout

Register Before the Race: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner
Register On Race Day: To register at the race, we will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone.  You can also register online from your phone or device up until the race starts. 

HOW TO GET TO BALD HEAD ISLAND
To get to Bald Head Island, you must travel by ferry from Deep Point Marina in Southport, NC.  The ferry runs every hour.  Upon arrival to Bald Head Island, expect a five/ten minute walk to the race start line.  You can purchase a discounted ferry ticket with your race registration, or at www.baldheadislandferry.com --- you can also book a tram ride to the start line at that website.

**IMPORTANT:  The last day to purchase a discounted ferry ticket with your race registration is August 4th.

WHERE TO PICKUP FERRY TICKET & PACKETS
If you purchase -- Race Entry WITH Ferry Ticket
Sunday, August 7, 2022
9:00am - 10:45am  or  2:00pm - 3:45pm
Deep Point Marina
1301 Ferry Road SE
Southport, NC 28461

If you purchase -- Race Entry NO Ferry Ticket
Sunday, August 7, 2022
5:00pm - 6:15pm
At the Start/Finish Line on Bald Head Island

FULL SCHEDULE
For Schedule of Events, click  HERE