The NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges Race, held annually as a highlight of the North Carolina Seafood Festival in Morehead City, is a single, celebrated 8K (approximately 5-mile) running event. This popular road race is renowned for its picturesque point-to-point course, guiding participants over both the towering Morehead City Bridge and the Atlantic Beach Bridge, offering expansive views of the scenic Crystal Coast and traversing through historic downtown Morehead City. While the event itself focuses solely on this 8K distance, it attracts a diverse field of runners, from competitive athletes to casual participants, all drawn to the unique challenge and festive atmosphere that precedes the broader seafood festival. The Twin Bridges Race serves not only as a physical test but also as a community event, contributing to the vibrant spirit and economic impact of the larger North Carolina Seafood Festival, which draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
Race
8 km
Race Date:
04 October, 2025
The NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges Race is a certified 8K (approximately 5-mile) running event that serves as a highlight of the annual North Carolina Seafood Festival. The scenic point-to-point course begins at the NOAA Laboratory in Beaufort, North Carolina, leading runners over the Morehead City Bridge and the Atlantic Beach Bridge, through historic downtown Morehead City, and finishing on the Atlantic Beach Causeway. This event is designed for both beginners and experienced runners, offering a challenging yet enjoyable experience with captivating coastal views.
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What is the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k?
How long is the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k?
Where does the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k take place?
What is the elevation gain of the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k?
How can I prepare for the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k?
How do I choose the right training plan for the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k?
The NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges Race is a certified 8K (approximately 5-mile) running event that serves as a highlight of the annual North Carolina Seafood Festival. The scenic point-to-point course begins at the NOAA Laboratory in Beaufort, North Carolina, leading runners over the Morehead City Bridge and the Atlantic Beach Bridge, through historic downtown Morehead City, and finishing on the Atlantic Beach Causeway. This event is designed for both beginners and experienced runners, offering a challenging yet enjoyable experience with captivating coastal views.
The NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k is 8km long.
The NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k takes place in Beaufort, North Carolina, USA.
Runna classifies the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k?
The NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges Race is a certified 8K (approximately 5-mile) running event that serves as a highlight of the annual North Carolina Seafood Festival. The scenic point-to-point course begins at the NOAA Laboratory in Beaufort, North Carolina, leading runners over the Morehead City Bridge and the Atlantic Beach Bridge, through historic downtown Morehead City, and finishing on the Atlantic Beach Causeway. This event is designed for both beginners and experienced runners, offering a challenging yet enjoyable experience with captivating coastal views.
How long is the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k?
The NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k is 8km long.
Where does the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k take place?
The NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k takes place in Beaufort, North Carolina, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k?
Runna classifies the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the NC Seafood Festival Twin Bridges 8k?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Coastal
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