The "Miles Cupcake 5k and Fun Run" is named after Shane Miles, former GO FAR Coach and ultra runner with a true love for people and running! Shane helped coach when the program had just begun on the Outer Banks and continued to volunteer over the years. His passion for running was contagious and inspiring, his dedication and determination were unwavering. OBX GO FAR is proud to name its Miles College Education Fund in honor of Shane Miles. The proceeds from this event will go to OBX GO FAR a non-profit children’s running program designed to build healthier, happier children and families. Your registration will help fund the Miles College Education Fund, provide scholarships for children who cannot meet registration fees in the GO FAR Children's program as well as help us cover the essential costs of our program.
You can create a TEAM with your friends, family or co-workers and WIN the "Biggest Batch" Cupcake Trophy! This milestone event is all about celebrating community, fitness and sweet treats that make life a little more fun. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just in it for the cupcakes this event has something for everyone!
Join local Dare County GO FAR youth in our Miles Cupcake 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run presented by OBX Go Far on Saturday, May 2nd beginning at 8 AM! We have a festive start and finish in downtown Manteo with one of a kind custom finisher's medal and of course cupcakes! Packet Pick-up will take place Friday May 1st, 2:30p -5:30p, location TBD; the morning of the race, beginning at 7:00-7:30 AM.
8:00 AM 5k Start and 8:05 AM Fun Run start.
Runners must register by April 10th to guarantee a cupcake tee shirt!
1.Your Cupcake Team could win the amazing Cupcake "Biggest Batch" Trophy!
2.Awesome post-race party with prizes for top finishers M/F & vendors on the lawn with music to get your boogie on!
3.Did we mention CUPCAKES at the finish?!
4.Enjoy the scenic route of beautiful downtown Manteo!
5.It’s a supportive atmosphere with coach’s, friends and family!
6.By running you are supporting our GO FAR mission to encourage youth and their families to get active and make healthy lifestyle choices!
Parking will be TBD. Race Course/Maps are on our Facebook page @ OBX GOFAR for the 5k and 1 mile start! Course will be an out and back.
Course 5k Race: Start
Course Fun Run Race: Start
May 02, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$45.00
May 02, 2026
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
08:00
$40.00
May 02, 2026
Distance — 1 Miles
Type — Running
08:05
$20.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Manteo.
Manteo is a town in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Much of the fun in visiting Manteo, as with most of the Outer Banks, is visiting during the summer. Some of Manteo's staples run all year round, such as the Christmas Shop, but some of the attractions are seasonal, such as the Lost Colony performances. Manteo also provides some nice shopping and dining opportunities for those who are in other areas of the Outer Banks, such as neighboring Nags Head.
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