Venue
6009 Harbour View Blvd
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $45.00
Events
11th Annual Chas Foundation 5K, Chas Foundation 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Includes
Short sleeve tech shirt
On September 19, 2026, the 12th Annual Chas Foundation 5K and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk takes place in Suffolk, Virginia at 6009 Harbour View Boulevard. The event offers two distance options: a 5K for competitive runners and a 1-mile fun run/walk for participants of all levels. The race begins at 8:15 AM, giving early risers plenty of daylight for the event. Entry fees range from $25 to $45 depending on registration timing and distance selected. This is a foundation-supported event, so your registration supports charitable giving while you train for fall racing or simply enjoy a morning on the road in the Hampton Roads area.
From the Race Organizer
A charity fundraiser event now in its 11th year benefiting local initiatives to improve delivery of mental health care in the Hampton Roads area. The race is a certified fast out and back 5K course and a 1-mile Fun Run that courses through the scenic Harbour View area of Suffolk that runs alongside a golf course and passes several beautiful lakes. Race bling includes an awesome custom short sleeve tech running shirt for the first 250 participants guaranteed shirt size before July 19, 2025. Shirt order will be placed on 07/19/2025 after 12:00 noon . Easy parking available. This race has something for everyone from elite runners to walkers. Coffee and donuts served after the race. Please join us for an "After race Meet - Up at" M o Mac Brewery for $3.10 pints, located at 3228 Academy Ave. Portsmouth, VA. 23703 PLACE Towne Bank University, 6009 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23435 DESCRIPTION Course: Start and finish areas are located at Towne Bank University Race Route is a certified scenic, flat, paved 5K and 1 mile course that meanders through neighborhood streets along a golf course with a water stop and course marshals BENEFIT: Proceeds from the race will be used by the Chas Foundation to improve access to local mental health care. Board members will be on site to answer any questions and explain ongoing programs this race supports. Pre - Race Packet Pickup: Friday, September 5th 3:00PM - 6:00PM M o Mac Brewery 3228 Academy Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23703 Race Day Schedule of Events: September 6th: 7:30 AM - Race Day Packet Pickup/Registration 8:00 AM - Opening Ceremonies 8:15 AM 1-mile Fun run/walk Race 8:45 AM - 5K (3.1 miles) Race 9:30 AM - Award ceremony 9:45 AM - Finish Line Closes AWARDS: 5K - The top 3 Overall male and female will receive an award. 1st overall male and female Masters will receive an award. The top 3 male and female finishers in 10 yr. age groups: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70-99 will receive an award. There are no awards given in the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. RACE SWAG: Great race swag for both events includes an awesome short sleeve "tech" running shirt for the first 250 before July 19, 2025. Shirt order will be placed on 07/19/2025 after 12:00 noon.
12th Annual Chas Foundation 5K and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Suffolk, VA
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When is 12th Annual Chas Foundation 5K and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Suffolk, VA?
12th Annual Chas Foundation 5K and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Suffolk, VA takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Suffolk, Virginia.
Where is 12th Annual Chas Foundation 5K and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Suffolk, VA held?
12th Annual Chas Foundation 5K and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk 2026 — Suffolk, VA is held at 6009 Harbour View Blvd in Suffolk, Virginia.
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