On Your Mark, Get Set, GO
Friday, October 16
Race Time: 8AM
Elk’s Lodge (106 E. Dolphin Drive, Oak Island, NC 28465)
- 7:45AMBe at the start line for course announcements
- 8:00AMStart at Elks!
- 9:00AMAfter Party begins at Middleton Park
- 9:00AM – 1:00PMMerch tent open at Middleton Park
- 12:30PMSurvivor Celebration at Middleton Park
- 12:45PM2027 Event Announcement at Middleton Park
- 7:00PMPirate Queen Bingo at Middleton Park
Today’s Course
- Today is fast, flat, and 100% sunny so dress appropriately.
- Today we will start and finish at the Elk’s Lodge (106 E Dolphin Drive). Our hosts will have food and beverages available starting at 7am.
- Our pitstops and toilets will be at Mile Markers 2.75, 4.25, 6.75 (and of course at the Elks Lodge and Middleton Park)
- Today’s shortcut is approximately 6 miles and volunteers will direct you to the amended course so you can get to the parties first!
- Full course10 Mile Course(opens plotaroute.com in a new tab)
- ShortcutFriday’s Shortcut(opens plotaroute.com in a new tab)
Other Important Information
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What to do when you arrive at the Elk’s Lodge
- Park your golf carts in the designated parking areas around the lodge.
- Drop your bag at the Bag Drop which is right next to the start line in the Elk’s parking lot. Remember to use the bag drop tear-off with your name and attach it to your bag.
- Get hydrated or buy an adult beverage to start your big day and take loads of pictures during the pre-race party!
Please be at the start line by 7:45am. We cannot wait on you!
7:00-7:45am Music, dancing & games, beverages, Elk shenanigans
7:45 – 7:50am Group stretch/warm up
7:50-7:59am Welcome, announcements, reminders
8am START! Survivors will be in the front, leading the way!
The After Party
After you’re done cheering on your posse at the finish line and then it’s time to boogie down at our official AfterParty at Middleton Park. We have 10 miles to celebrate! Treat your tastebuds to lunch, BYOB, boogy down and play hysterical games with DJ Alan.
Food Trucks
Food Trucks will need your FRI LUNCH tear-off that’s on your Friday bib. If guests would like to buy a ticket, send them to the orange tent – food trucks will not be accepting payment. Cash only.
Survivor / Thriver Celebration
Survivor / Thriver Celebration is at 12:30pm today and we encourage everyone to be at Middleton Park to be part of it. All survivors should be at the park by 12:15pm. Please wear your survivor shirt and survivor swag (if you like, you can leave all of this at bag drop while you walk).
2027 Pledge the Pink Announcement is at 12:45pm
Get your fingers ready to jump online and reserve your spot for Pledge The Pink 2027
Pirate Queen Bingo
Pirate Queen Bingo is under the big tent from 7-9pm, where only bingo ticket holders can enter. You must be 18 or older to play bingo. We will play four rounds and play some great games. Please be seated 15 minutes before the show so we can start on time. Everyone is encouraged to dress up and/or wear a fun costume for the evening. Please note that this is an evening for adults and some language may not be suitable for children or those that are easily offended.
