Rock the Beat 5k 2026 — CHESAPEAKE, VA

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
CHESAPEAKE, VA
Venue
1246 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $40.00
Events
5k, Kids 1 Mile
Includes
T-Shirt
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Rock the Beat 5K takes place on September 19, 2026, in Chesapeake, Virginia, with an 8:30 AM start, giving you time to settle into your hotel the night before. The race is held at Dismal Swamp Canal Trail and offers both a 1-mile and 5K option, so you can choose based on your fitness level or training plan. Entry fees range from $25 to $40. If you're unable to travel or need a backup option, the race also offers virtual participation. This makes it a flexible choice for endurance athletes managing race schedules across multiple events.

From the Race Organizer
One in every 110 babies is diagnosed with a congenital heart defect (CHD)—that’s 40,000 each year! Today, there are 2-4 million Americans living with CHD. Mended Little Hearts of Coastal Virginia is a chapter of the national non-profit program that empowers families affected by congenital heart defects (CHDs) through peer-to-peer support, education, awareness, hospital programs, advocacy and connecting families with needed resources to improve quality of life in our community. Mended Little Hearts inspires hope in families of children born with CHDs and lets them know they are not alone. Join us for food, fun, and fast race times together at the 8th Annual ROCK THE BEAT 5K and Kids’ 1 mile! We'll see you Saturday, September 19th at the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail. Run, walk, volunteer, celebrate, donate, share, and raise CHD awareness and funds for Mended Little Hearts of Coastal Virginia! Thank you for supporting “the littlest heart patients of all.” _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Packet Pickup will be Thursday, September 17th from 4-7pm at the Kings Grant Farmer's Market. Race Day - Saturday, September 19th: 8:30am - Kick Off Ceremony 8:45am - Kids 1 Mile 9:30am - 5k

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Rock the Beat 5k 2026 — CHESAPEAKE, VA?

Rock the Beat 5k 2026 — CHESAPEAKE, VA takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in CHESAPEAKE, Virginia.

Where is Rock the Beat 5k 2026 — CHESAPEAKE, VA held?

Rock the Beat 5k 2026 — CHESAPEAKE, VA is held at 1246 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail in CHESAPEAKE, Virginia.

Where can I find hotels near Rock the Beat 5k 2026 — CHESAPEAKE, VA?

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