Surf City Fitness Race to the Coast 5K

Mark your calendars and make Race to the Coast a special part of your Mother’s Day weekend! Enjoy breathtaking views of the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean from the top of the Surf City Bridge. Race to the Coast is a celebration of fitness, moms, and springtime in Surf City. Voted one of Surf City's top events, a favorite for both Surf City locals and visitors.

Hosted by Surf City Fitness and Benefitting Surf City Ocean Rescue. 

Registration Includes: 

• Race Shirt
• Post-Race Party featuring Food Trucks, Music and Vendor Fair
• Flowers for mom presented by Surf City Florist
• Awards for Age Group and Overall Winners

Schedule

Friday, May 8 - 3:30pm - 6:30pm 

Packet Pick Up - Surf City Fitness 

Saturday, May 9  7:00am - 8:00am

Race Day Packet Pick Up - Soundside Park 

Saturday, May 9  8:30 AM

Race Start - *Please note this race will start in waves. 

Wave Start

To help alleviate congestion on the bridge, this year’s race will start in waves. During registration, you will be asked to select your wave group. Race bibs will be color-coded based on your wave start time.

Wave 1: In it to Win it Pace!  (8:30 AM)
Under 30 minutes

Wave 2: Feel Good Pace (8:32 AM)
30–45 minutes

Wave 3: Scenic Pace (8:34 AM)
45–60 minutes

Wave 4: Walk & Talk Crew (8:36AM)
60+ minutes

Race Tshirt 

Registration includes race shirts.  Register by April 8 to guarantee your choice of shirt size.  Registration after April 8, may select from remaining inventory while supplies last. 

Overall Top 3 Male and Female

10 and Under Top 3 Male and Female

11-18 Top 3 Male and Female

19 - 39 Top 3 Male and Female

40 + Top 3 Male and Female

Celebrating Our Moms

At Race to the Coast we want to celebrate our moms! Every mom will receive a flower at the finish line!  Make Race to the Coast a special part of your Mother's Day Weekend plans!