Labor Day Lighthouse 5K
Get Labor Day off to an active start with the 3rd Annual Labor Day Lighthouse 5K in Buxton. Runners will make their way through the newly refurbished Cape Hatteras Lighthouse grounds, with scenic views of the iconic lighthouse and a tour through the surrounding park.
The first 200 registered participants receive a commemorative race shirt, eco-friendly reusable cup and finisher medal.
Date: Monday, September 7, 2026
Time: 7:30–9:00 a.m.
Location: Old Lighthouse Beach Access, Buxton, NC 27920
Registration: $40; price increases after August 1 to $45
Registration Required: Yes
Race Perks: The first 200 registrants receive a commemorative shirt, reusable eco-friendly cup and finisher medal.
Start your Labor Day morning with a run through one of the Outer Banks' most recognizable and historic settings.