Whenever vacationers head to the beach, for some reason, they decide
to “start running.” We are not sure what causes this phenomenon but it
always happens at any beach.
With the Outer Banks being a top vacation spot for summer vacationers, it is very common to see people out running—every level of runner. No matter the time of day, running on the Outer Banks is very cathartic. Whether watching the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean or taking in the sounds and sights in the preserves or on the trails as the day winds down, running on the Outer Banks is addictive.
While so many run during their stay here, many are unaware of how much runners love the Outer Banks. With an official running club, the OBX Running Club, there are tons of sanctioned and non-sanctioned races throughout the year. Distances vary but one thing is for sure—the races draw runners from all over North Carolina and surrounding states.
The OBX Marathon/Half Marathon is a major race that draws devoted and die-hard runners from all over the country. It takes place annually the second weekend in November and is a favorite long distance race for area and regional marathon runners. Many come with family and friends to spend a relaxing November weekend (absolute best time of the year on the OBX) capping it off with the race. The best part of this race is that there are other shorter distance races and tons of family fun all weekend.
As an established Outer Banks restaurant, Kelly’s Restaurant and Tavern and its sister restaurants sponsor races throughout the year usually by providing food and beverages after races. During the OBX Marathon weekend, Kelly’s plays host to Super Saturday events for runners and spectators. A lot of people seek out Kelly’s just hoping for one of their delectable sweet potato biscuits…ok and maybe an adult beverage or two after the races!
Another hugely popular race is the Kelly’s Running of the Leprechaun 8K which happens over one of the weekends around St. Patrick’s Day. St. Patrick’s Day is a huge weekend on the Outer Banks and of course Kelly’s is in the center of all of the festivities. For the 8K, runners and walkers dress in their best green running attire to participate then head to Kelly’s Tavern for the post-race party and even more Outer Banks entertainment. The festivities carry all the way through the weekend with parades and parties.
Whether here for one of the OBX Running Club races or simply to spend a week of vacation, there is nothing like going for a run on the OBX. Not only are the beaches wide and perfect for a long run, there are lanes for bikers and runners on the roads as well as trails and hills in the maritime forests and nature preserves in Kitty weekly OBX Running Club social runs. Locations vary each week so it is best to check with the OBX Running Club for the upcoming run. They welcome local guests and vacationers to run with them. Running with locals is a great way to find out the favorite spots that are sometimes kept secret from vacationers.
Make sure to check out the other races throughout the year as well on the OBX Running Club calendar. There are so many from which to choose and they run the gamut in lengths from fun runs to 10Ks to the highly touted marathon in November.
With the Outer Banks Marathon only three months away, now is the time to make plans to spend the weekend here. As we said earlier, there is no better time to be at the OBX than November.
With the Outer Banks being a top vacation spot for summer vacationers, it is very common to see people out running—every level of runner. No matter the time of day, running on the Outer Banks is very cathartic. Whether watching the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean or taking in the sounds and sights in the preserves or on the trails as the day winds down, running on the Outer Banks is addictive.
While so many run during their stay here, many are unaware of how much runners love the Outer Banks. With an official running club, the OBX Running Club, there are tons of sanctioned and non-sanctioned races throughout the year. Distances vary but one thing is for sure—the races draw runners from all over North Carolina and surrounding states.
The OBX Marathon/Half Marathon is a major race that draws devoted and die-hard runners from all over the country. It takes place annually the second weekend in November and is a favorite long distance race for area and regional marathon runners. Many come with family and friends to spend a relaxing November weekend (absolute best time of the year on the OBX) capping it off with the race. The best part of this race is that there are other shorter distance races and tons of family fun all weekend.
As an established Outer Banks restaurant, Kelly’s Restaurant and Tavern and its sister restaurants sponsor races throughout the year usually by providing food and beverages after races. During the OBX Marathon weekend, Kelly’s plays host to Super Saturday events for runners and spectators. A lot of people seek out Kelly’s just hoping for one of their delectable sweet potato biscuits…ok and maybe an adult beverage or two after the races!
Another hugely popular race is the Kelly’s Running of the Leprechaun 8K which happens over one of the weekends around St. Patrick’s Day. St. Patrick’s Day is a huge weekend on the Outer Banks and of course Kelly’s is in the center of all of the festivities. For the 8K, runners and walkers dress in their best green running attire to participate then head to Kelly’s Tavern for the post-race party and even more Outer Banks entertainment. The festivities carry all the way through the weekend with parades and parties.
Whether here for one of the OBX Running Club races or simply to spend a week of vacation, there is nothing like going for a run on the OBX. Not only are the beaches wide and perfect for a long run, there are lanes for bikers and runners on the roads as well as trails and hills in the maritime forests and nature preserves in Kitty weekly OBX Running Club social runs. Locations vary each week so it is best to check with the OBX Running Club for the upcoming run. They welcome local guests and vacationers to run with them. Running with locals is a great way to find out the favorite spots that are sometimes kept secret from vacationers.
Make sure to check out the other races throughout the year as well on the OBX Running Club calendar. There are so many from which to choose and they run the gamut in lengths from fun runs to 10Ks to the highly touted marathon in November.
With the Outer Banks Marathon only three months away, now is the time to make plans to spend the weekend here. As we said earlier, there is no better time to be at the OBX than November.
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