The Outer Banks is pulling out all the red, white and blue for Independence Day 2025, offering a dazzling lineup of patriotic festivities stretching from the sand dunes of Jockey’s Ridge to the historic charm of Corolla. With races, parades, fireworks and family-friendly events, locals and visitors alike will find no shortage of ways to celebrate freedom in true coastal Carolina style. Get Let’s come together July 4th to celebrate 50 years of wonder, community, and conservation at Jockey’s Ridge State Park at the annual Killer Dunes 2-Miler and Color Fun Run. Proceeds benefit Friends of Jockey’s Ridge, a local non-profit dedicated to supporting, preserving and enhancing Jockey’s Ridge State Park. Color Fun Run to Celebrate 50 Years of JRSP July 4, 2025, 8:15 a.m. Join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of our beloved Jockey’s Ridge State Park! 14th ANNUAL KILLER DUNES 2-MILER & FUN RUN TO SUPPORT FRIENDS OF JOCKEY’S RIDGE Nags Head, NC July 4, 2019, 8:30am– Start off your Independence Day by completing a two-mile course on the tallest natural sand dune in the Eastern United States! Attracting runners looking for a "unique" challenge, and drawing a very competitive field, Killer Dunes 2025 2025 Killer Dunes 2-Mile Run July 4, 2025, 8 a.m. Outer Banks Sporting Events invites you to run/walk/overcome two miles on Jockey’s Ridge, the tallest natural sand dune system in the eastern US! Color Fun Run to Celebrate 50 Years of JRSP July 4, 2025, 8:15 a.m. Join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of our beloved Jockey’s Ridge State Park! We’re hosting a The 16th running of the “Killer Dunes” will take place on July 4, 2024! Join Friends of Jockey’s Ridge and Outer Banks Sporting Events for this unique race. The 4th of July brings big celebrations to the Outer Banks, with locals and visitors coming together at fireworks shows, parades, parties and live music events. 5K, 1 mile, and Little Sparkler 1/4 mile races starting and ending at the Kill Devil Hills Town Hall in front of the Town War Memorial. A 2-mile race across the sand dunes at Jockey’s Ridge State Park. A unique race across challenging terrain. Come together on July 4th to celebrate 50 years of wonder, community and conservation at Jockey’s Ridge State Park, and take on the dunes in one of the most unique events on the Outer Banks. Thursday, July 4, 8 a.m. Run or walk 2 miles on the dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park, the tallest natural sand dune system in the eastern United States. Or choose a quarter-mile Fun Run. Proceeds benefit Friends of Jockey’s Ridge. This one starts at 8 a.m. and is sponsored by Outer Banks Sporting Events. Register here. KILL DEVIL HILLS Join us celebrate 50 years at Jockeys Ridge State Park this 4th of July! We have a 2-mile Killer Dune Race and a 1-mile Color Fun Run! Register today Jockey’s Ridge State Park is open late on July 4th to accommodate visitors. If you do decide you want to view the fireworks at the State Park, try to arrive early to get a parking spot. If your rental home or condo is within walking distance of the dunes, we recommend walking. PLEASE be careful when crossing the bypass and/or NC 12. 13.) Proceeds benefit Friends of Jockey's Ridge, a local non-profit dedicated to supporting, preserving and enhancing Jockey's Ridge State Park. Color Fun Run to Celebrate 50 Years of JRSP July 4, 2025, 8:15 a.m. Join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of our beloved Jockey's Ridge State Park! You can catch both Nags Head and Manteo displays atop Jockey’s Ridge. The Outer Banks has plenty for you and the family to enjoy while offering a spectacular natural setting that will make you proud to be an American! Rain date of July 5th. The 4th of July celebration will feature a collection of events which includes corresponding radio shows on the island’s local station, Radio Hatteras FM 101.5 and 99.9 General Info When: Friday, July 4th, 8 a.m. What: 2-mile run across the dunes Where: Jockey's Ridge State Park Who: Ages 12 & Up Please Note: On-site parking is limited, so please carpool as much as possible on race morning. This beloved local celebration that’s held at Jockey’s Ridge Crossing in Nags Head features a wealth of activities for visitors of all ages, and is the perfect way to toast the peak of the summer season on the Outer Banks. Killer Dunes Charity Run Returns to Jockey’s Ridge July 4th The 13th Annual Killer Dunes 2-Miler and Fun Run benefit returns to Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head on the morning of Wednesday, July 4th. Upcoming Outer Banks Events and Festivals. Kitty Hawk Kites offers tons of events and activities for your OBX vacation. Check out what is happening! Thursday is going to have some square dancing at the Berkeley Barn and rounding off the Oaker Cook Independence Day celebration with sand sculptures and a parade parade on Friday further up the beach festivities include the Killer Dunes two miler and fun run at 8 AM on Friday at Jockey's Ridge. Or the Town of Duck parade and community celebration.
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