Join us in Orange Beach for the 19th Annual Coastal Half Marathon, 5k, & 1-Mile Fun Run. It's the perfect opportunity to create new family traditions and experience the award-winning backcountry trails at this post-Thanksgiving weekend race.
Why Choose the Coastal Runs: Thanksgiving Weekend Special: Celebrate the holiday weekend with a run through Alabama's beautiful coastal landscapes.
Scenic Trails for All: Our courses wind through stunning backcountry trails, offering options for everyone with the half marathon, 5k, or 1-mile fun run.
A Perfect Family Trip: Extend your Thanksgiving holiday into a mini-vacation. Orange Beach offers beautiful beaches and outdoor activities, ideal for families. Create lasting memories with loved ones and start a new holiday tradition.
The Coastal Half Marathon, 5k, and 1-Mile Fun Run offers natural beauty, family and friend bonding, and holiday cheer. Transform your Thanksgiving weekend into an unforgettable adventure with us in Orange Beach!
Races Offered
Half Marathon
Nov 28, 2026
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Distance —
13.1 Miles
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08:00
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$79.00
Virtual - Individual - Any Distance
Nov 28, 2026
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Virtual - Individual - Any Distance
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08:00
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$50.00
5K
Nov 28, 2026
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3.1 Miles
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08:10
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$30.00
1 Mile Fun Run
Nov 28, 2026
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1 Miles
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08:20
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$15.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Orange Beach.
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13.9° / 21.8°
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11.9° / 20.9°
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Avg sunshine hours
8h 24m
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Avg rainfall
4.7 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
13.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Low (2.0)
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Humidity
74.3%
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Sunrise
07:16
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Sunset
17:53
About Orange Beach
Learn more about the host city, Orange Beach.
Orange Beach is a city on the Gulf Coast of Alabama. It has beautiful white sand beaches, but is quieter and cheaper than the Florida beaches nearby.
