Started in 2015, the Core Sound Run takes place on Saturday April 5, 2025.

A family-friendly 10K, 5K and Fun Run on one of North Carolina’s most beautiful islands — Harkers Island. The Core Sound Run begins and ends “at the end of the road” – at the edge of Core Sound.

The race fee is $30.00, plus a sign-up fee.

The race starts at the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum, 1785 Island Road, Harkers Island, NC 28531.