Welcome to the Barrier Island Group...the next "B.I.G." thing. It started in 2022 with the Rodanthe Bridge Run and in 2023, B.I.G. committed to creating unique events at landmark locations across the Outer Banks to support local non-profits while encouraging physical activity and healthy lifestyles for people of all ages and abilities.
We can't wait to have you join us!!
Happy Fall, everyone...Time to finish out the year in a B.I.G. way!!
First up, we would like to share some B.I.G. news...
Join B.I.G. this Thanksgiving Day as we assist the Outer Banks
Running Club with the 2024 Gobbler. Then, mark your calendars for 2025 when the "Gobbler" will become a part of the B.I.G. Family of events! We look forward to seeing you there!!
And to finish out the year.....BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!
Mark your calendars, grab your family and friends and join us on December 7th
for the 2nd annual Holiday Hustle 5K at the Elizabethan Gardens in Manteo!
This twilight 5K run or walk begins at 4:00 pm, winds through the beautiful National Park at Fort Raleigh and ends at the entrance to to Elizabethan Gardens. Our post race party will be inside the Gardens and feature hot mulled wine (for those 21 and older), hot chocolate, cookies and free admission to the INCREDIBLE "WinterLights" exhibit!!
Our 5K participants will receive a commemorative winter hat, an eco-friendly cup for use on the course, an AWESOME finisher medal and yes, FREE ADMISSION to "WinterLights" !! There will also be an "Elf Dash" for those ten and under (yes, the admission to "WinterLights" is included!) so the whole family can enjoy the fun!!
Registration is now open...sign up today and start thinking HO! HO! HO!
Welcome to Barrier Island Group
B.I.G
Welcome to the Barrier Island Group...the next "B.I.G." thing. It started in 2022 with the Rodanthe Bridge Run and in 2023, B.I.G. committed to creating unique events at landmark locations across the Outer Banks to support local non-profits while encouraging physical activity and healthy lifestyles for people of all ages and abilities.
We can't wait to have you join us!!