On August 23, 2026, the 12th RBVFC Fire Fightin' 5K Run/Walk takes place in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, at 219 Rehoboth Avenue. Despite the race name, the actual event distance on the schedule is 1 mile, making it accessible for runners and walkers of varying fitness levels. The race starts at 8:00 AM, giving you an early-morning effort before the heat builds. Entry fees range from $30 to $40. This event supports the local fire department and provides a straightforward racing option for those heading to the Delaware coast for a summer race weekend.
From the Race Organizer
NOTE NEW TIME... PACKET PICKUP WILL BE AT THE REHOBOTH BEACH FIRE COMPANY FROM 5-7 PM ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 22ND . PLEASE COME AND PICK UP YOUR BIB & T-SHIRT AND HEAD RIGHT TO THE START ON RACE DAY. THANK YOU!... SEASHORE STRIDERS RACE WEBSITE Additional race information can be found at http://seashorestriders.com . DESCRIPTION Join the Seashore Striders in Rehoboth Beach for the 12th annual Rehoboth Fire Company Fire Fightin' 5k. The Fire Fightin' 5k is a flat & fast course through the Town of Rehoboth Beach. The race will start and finish at the Station with a beautiful course through Rehoboth Beach taking in the boardwalk & the Ocean. DATE August 23rd at 8:00 am RACE WEBSITE Additional race information can be found at http://seashorestriders.com RACE DAY TIME SCHEDULE 6:30 am- Race-Day Registration & Race Day Packet Pickup 7:45 am- Lineup of Kids Dash & Star Spangled Banner 8:00 am- Race Start 9:15 am- Approx Time of Awards Ceremony RACE REGISTRATION $30.00 "PRE" Race Registration through Sunday, August 16th at midnight $35.00 "RACE WEEK" Race Registration from Monday, August 17th through Saturday, August 12nd at midnight $40.00 "RACE DAY" Race Registration from 6:30 am - 7:50 am on site Sunday, August 23rd Registrations processed by Monday the 17th are guaranteed a t-shirt and those after the 17th are "first come". 2 WAYS TO REGISTER FOR A SEASHORE STRIDER EVENT ONLINE REGISTRATION through RUNSIGNUP here at this site."The easiest & most popular way to register for Seashore Strider events. MAIL-IN REGISTRATION...form can be downloaded from seashorestriders.com on the Firefightin' 5k race page. Please fill out the form completely & neatly, double checking Age, Gender, Entry Fee Price (some events have different fees) & Event Choice. Mail completed paper registration to: Seashore Striders; Tim Bamforth; 9 Gander Lane, Lewes, DE. 19958. Please have entry arrive by mail by Monday of Race Week to have a better chance in event t-shirt/swag. Make checks payable to “Seashore Striders” TO BENEFIT The Rehoboth Beach Fire Company PRODUCED BY Seashore Strider Event Production, Inc. RACE COURSE CLICK HERE TO VIEW RACE COURSE RACE TIMING Timing will be done by the Seashore Strider Event Production team and will be using the Chronotrack B Chip system. RACE AMENITIES Finish line produced by “Seashore Strider Event Production, Inc.,” Post-Race awards ceremony within 20 minutes following the final finisher, custom t-shirts, custom awards, live music, kid's dash, games, door prizes, post-race refreshments at the station AWARDS Awards will be presented to the Overall Male & Female Champions, Overall Male & Female Masters (40+ yrs.), as well as the top three (3) Male & Female finishers in the following age categories: 9 & under, 10-13, 14-19, 20-24, then 5-year age groups through 80+. Awards will be presented within 20 minutes following the final runner crossing the finish. New Division...Race with FireFightin Gear...Top 5 Finishers Awarded Medals REFUNDS/DEFERRAL The Seashore Striders have a "No Refund" policy, however we make every possible attempt to please our client with the following options: 1. Transfer to a future Seashore Strider owned event of equal value before the end of the current year. 2. Donate your entry fee to the charity associated with the event or to the Seashore Strider Youth Running program. 3. Transfer/Defer to the following year at the same event. Thank You for your cooperation & understanding as some situations are beyond the control of the Seashore Striders. RACE DIRECTOR Tim Bamforth, Seashore Striders/Seashore Strider Event Production, Inc. tim@seashorestrider.com SEASHORE STRIDER STORE READY-SET-GOSHOPPING
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When is 12TH RBVFC FIRE FIGHTIN’ 5K RUN/WALK 2026 — Rehoboth Beach, DE?
12TH RBVFC FIRE FIGHTIN’ 5K RUN/WALK 2026 — Rehoboth Beach, DE takes place on August 23, 2026. The race is held in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
Where is 12TH RBVFC FIRE FIGHTIN’ 5K RUN/WALK 2026 — Rehoboth Beach, DE held?
12TH RBVFC FIRE FIGHTIN’ 5K RUN/WALK 2026 — Rehoboth Beach, DE is held at 219 Rehoboth Avenue in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
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