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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
6009 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk VA
5K · 1 Mile
68–79°F · some rain risk
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About this race
12th Annual Chas Foundation 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Date: 2026-09-19
Location: 6009 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk, VA
More Information: Chas Foundation 5K
Event Overview
- Purpose: A charity fundraiser event now in its 11th year benefiting local initiatives to improve delivery of mental health care in the Hampton Roads area.
- Route: 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.
- Scenery: The course 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.
Place
Towne Bank University, 6009 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23435
Course Details
- Start/Finish: Located at Towne Bank University.
- Type: Certified scenic, flat, paved 5K and 1-mile course.
- Route Features: Meanders through neighborhood streets along a golf course with a water stop and course marshals.
Beneficiary
- Proceeds: The proceeds from the race will be used by the Chas Foundation to improve access to local mental health care.
- Support: Board members will be on site to answer any questions and explain ongoing programs this race supports.
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
When: Friday, September 5th
Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: MoMac Brewery, 3228 Academy Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Race Day Schedule of Events
- 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-year 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.
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