Corolla Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule

Corolla Kid Friendly Events - 2026 Schedule
Week of August 17, 2026 - August 23, 2026
Wednesday, August 19th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, August 26th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, September 2nd 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, September 9th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Corolla
Lighthouse 5K Series

Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead Club, Corolla Light and the magnificent Currituck Beach Lighthouse are all along the course. Unique finisher medals and t-shirts to all participants.  Race Start/Finish in front of the Historic Mansion at The Whalehead Club in Corolla.

Week of August 24, 2026 - August 30, 2026
Wednesday, August 26th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, August 19th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, September 2nd 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, September 9th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Corolla
Lighthouse 5K Series

Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead Club, Corolla Light and the magnificent Currituck Beach Lighthouse are all along the course. Unique finisher medals and t-shirts to all participants.  Race Start/Finish in front of the Historic Mansion at The Whalehead Club in Corolla.

Week of August 31, 2026 - September 6, 2026
Wednesday, September 2nd 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, August 19th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, August 26th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, September 9th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Corolla
Lighthouse 5K Series

Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead Club, Corolla Light and the magnificent Currituck Beach Lighthouse are all along the course. Unique finisher medals and t-shirts to all participants.  Race Start/Finish in front of the Historic Mansion at The Whalehead Club in Corolla.

Week of September 7, 2026 - September 13, 2026
Wednesday, September 9th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, August 19th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, August 26th 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday, September 2nd 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Corolla
Lighthouse 5K Series

Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead Club, Corolla Light and the magnificent Currituck Beach Lighthouse are all along the course. Unique finisher medals and t-shirts to all participants.  Race Start/Finish in front of the Historic Mansion at The Whalehead Club in Corolla.

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Lighthouse 5K Series
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August 19, 2026

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Lace up your running shoes and see the sights. Add the fun of a run and fitness to your vacation joining us for a Summer morning 5k run/walk through the Historic Village of Corolla Light. Enjoy the sights of the Northern Outer Banks. The WhaleHead...

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  • 2.5 Bathrooms
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