What race distances can I run in Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach has 5K (12), 10K (3), Marathon (3). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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2026-2027 Running Races in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Upcoming running races in and near Virginia Beach, Virginia - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
20 upcoming races · 8 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Virginia Beach races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Wed, Oct 21, 2026Fleet Feet Virginia Beach - CommUNITY Track Series Virginia Beach, VAFreeDetails Sun, Oct 25, 2026Ainsley's Angels MCM Morning Check-in Virginia Beach, VAFreeDetails Sun, Oct 25, 2026Ainsley's Angels MCM Complete check-in Virginia Beach, VARegistration closedFreeDetails Sat, Oct 31, 2026Masked Hope 5k Run/Walk Virginia Beach, VAFrom $50Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Maddie's Message Race to Secure 5K Virginia Beach, VAFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026K5K - A Run for Kendra Virginia Beach, VAFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026BRADASS 10k Virginia Beach, VAFrom $60Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Tidewater Striders Turkey Trot 10K & Mile Virginia Beach, VAFrom $20Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Charlie Normile's Turkey Trot Virginia Beach, VAFrom $25Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Little Neck Turkey Trot and Gobble Wobble Virginia Beach, VAFrom $20Details Fri, Jan 1, 202712th Annual Resolution 5K and 1-Mile Run Virginia Beach, VAFrom $15Details Sun, Feb 14, 2027Tidewater Striders 6th Annual All-Comers Indoor Track and Field Meet Virginia Beach, VAFrom $5Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Ainsley's Angels 2nd Annual Heart and Sole Virginia Beach, VAFrom $25Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Crush N' Run 5K & 10K Virginia Beach, VAFrom $35Details Sun, May 23, 2027COASTAL EDGE STEEL PIER CLASSIC 5K Virginia Beach, VAFrom $40Details Sun, Jun 27, 2027Sundae Miler Virginia Beach, VARegistration opens Mar 11, 2027From $15Details Sun, Jul 4, 202743rd Annual Independence Day 5K Virginia Beach, VARegistration opens Jan 1, 2027From $40Details Sat, Aug 7, 2027Breathe n Run 5k for Pulmonary Fibrosis Virginia Beach, VAFrom $30Details Sat, Sep 25, 2027Neptune’s 8K Race Virginia Beach, VAFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 16, 2027Race at the Cape Virginia Beach, VARegistration opens Jul 1, 2027From $25Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Virginia Beach. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 25, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Virginia Beach
When is race season in Virginia Beach?
November is the busiest month for races in Virginia Beach, with 6 of the 20, followed by October with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Virginia Beach races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 8 races in Virginia Beach with published results, the typical median finish is around 39:26, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Virginia Beach?
Browse Virginia Beach run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Virginia Beach?
Yes, one race around Virginia Beach gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail.