Run Sunset Beach - Virtual Half Marathon
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Distance
13.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
THIS IS FOR 2027 REGISTRATION! Join us for our 14th annual Run Sunset Beach of the BAM! Race Series in Sunset Beach North Carolina! BAM is short for #BigAssMedals and our finisher medals do not disappoint. Sunset Beach is a beautiful coastal island in SE North Carolina with a beautiful waterfront park, shaded golf course communities, an incredible bridge over the intracoastal waterway and unforgettable oceanfront views on the island! We host a half marathon, 5K & 1 Mile in April when the average temperatures are a High 67 and a Low of 59. Sunset Beach is ranked one of the top beaches in the World by National Geographic! START TIMES: 6:45am - Half Marathon 7:00am 10K & 5K 8:30am - 1Mile FINISHER SWAG: Over the years we’ve had surfboard, flip flop, glass, lockets, artistic connecting medals, a pirate theme, mosaic designs, and much more - we change it up each year to bring unique medals but this year might top them all. We hope you enjoy them! *Please note: You are registering for a "race experience" medals and t-shirts are for finishers only.
Typical conditions
For events around April 2027 in Sunset Beach, NC, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Half marathon prep usually includes a weekly long run that builds toward 16–20 km, plus easy runs for recovery. Confirm packet pickup and start procedures on the official registration page.
Plan longer races for 2026Getting there
This event is listed in Sunset Beach, NC, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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