Saturday, November 21st, 2026
1st Street, Virginia Beach VA
5K
About this race
Event Overview
Join us for our 14th Annual run/walk to honor and celebrate the life of Kendra R. Atherton and to raise money for a scholarship fund in her name to benefit college students who have lost a parent to cancer, and who display the qualities possessed by Kendra. As of today, the k5k: A Run for Kendra has awarded over $155,000 in scholarships to students who have lost a parent to cancer.
Date and Time
- When: Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 9am
- Where: Virginia Beach Boardwalk or Virtually
After Party
Join us for our after party at The Shack after the race is over! The Shack is located at 712 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
Participation Details
- Virtual Opportunity: Whether you live in the area or are 500 miles away, you now have the opportunity to run/walk the k5k wherever you are!
- Follow Us: Follow us on Facebook to get connected with our race no matter if you are participating in-person or virtually.
- Results Posting: When you sign up for our virtual event, you will also receive emails with instructions on how to post your results.
- Timing: Virtual results can be posted at any time during the month of November. You can compete with people participating all over the country!
Who Can Join
Who: The k5k: A Run for Kendra is for absolutely everyone!!
Packet Pick-Up
Note: Packet Pick-Up will be from 3-6pm ET on Friday, November 20th at Running Etc. (1940 Laskin Rd UNIT 302, Virginia Beach, VA 23454).
Get Excited!
It’s NEVER TOO EARLY to register FAMILY and FRIENDS! Run with your pet! Dress your pet in PINK! Have fun!
More Information
For additional details, please visit the race website.
Course map
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