04/24/2026 to 04/26/2026
The Outer Banks Flying Pirate Half Marathon is 13.1 miles of scenic beauty through the beautiful landscapes of Coastal North Carolina!
Rrrrun with us at the 2026 Flying Pirate Half Marathon!
April 24-26, 2026
The annual Outer Banks Flying Pirate Half Marathon is 13.1 miles of scenic beauty through the charming landscapes of Coastal North Carolina! In addition the the weekend's namesake event, we're hosting a Fun Run, 5K and 8K as well. Choose your preferred distance, or go big with the Double Dare Challenge where you complete the Half PLUS either the 5K or 8K.
No race day packet pick-up
Strollers and pets not allowed
PLEASE NOTE! You MUST have your PHOTO ID or a BEER BAND to enter the post-race Beer Garden. Beer Bands can be acquired during packet pick-up.
Course Description
The Outer Banks is at sea level, and this course is mainly flat. The course starts at the historical Wright Brothers Memorial and ends at the historical Wright Brothers Memorial. The course will take you through some of the most gorgeous neighborhoods of Kill Devil Hills and Kitty Hawk.
You begin your journey at the Wright Brothers’ Memorial, you will travel through some of the neighborhoods of Kill Devil Hills, along the beautiful Albemarle Sound, until you reach Kitty Hawk. Here you will travel through several neighborhoods, and you will view the sound and the Atlantic Ocean. The rolling terrain through Kitty Hawk will give you a challenge.
You will then you will soar back to the Historic Wright Brothers Memorial and finish where flight began!
Costume Contest
Participate in your best pirate-themed costume and win! Judges will be Mile Marker Sponsors and Bike Marshals who will be on the lookout for the best-dressed in a pirate theme costume.
Course Maps
- Fun Run
- 5K - View Here
- 8K - View Here
- Half Marathon - View Here
- Half Marathon Finish Area - View Here
- 5K/Half Marathon Double Dare Challenge - Maps Above
- 8K/Half Marathon Double Dare Challenge - Maps Above
Parking
First Flight Schools Complex
(Elementary, Middle & High)
100 Veterans Dr
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Packet Pick-Up
St. Andrew's By-the-Sea Episcopal Church
4212 S Virginia Dare Trail
Nags Head, NC 27959
Volunteer
We could use your help! If you are interested in volunteering, please click the button below to sign up for your preferred volunteer slot.
Sponsors
We're always in need of sponsors. Become one! Email Debbie at debbie@obxse.org.
