Strider XC Classic

Strider XC Classic

Event Details

• Date: November 2, 2025
• Location: Bells Mill Park, Chesapeake, VA
• Website: Strider XC Classic Registration
• Status: Registration is now open

Race Categories

• Featured Race: This is a Tidewater Strider Grand Prix Race, Hampton Roads Super Grand Prix Race.
• Shirt Guarantee: The 1st 150 Registered Participants Guaranteed Shirts.
• Kids Classic: 1.5-mile course for the Kids classic.
• 5K Course: This is a 5K XC course at Bells Mill Park in Chesapeake.

Fluid and Food

• Aid Stations: There will be 1 aid station with water and replacement drink.
• Post-Race Amenities: Awesome T-shirts for the first 150 5K and Kids Race participants and medals for all Finishers.
• Afterparty: Runners and walkers are welcome to join us for an afterparty at Bells Mill Park.
• Lunch Box: One lunch box per participant, available until they run out.

Race Schedule

• Kid's Race: Starts at 7:30 AM.
• 5K Race: Starts at 8:15 AM.
• Finish Line Closure: Closes at 10:00 AM.
• Registration Time: Race day registration begins at 6:30 AM until 20 minutes before each race.

Discounts

• Strider Plus/Legacy Runners: Discount will automatically apply at checkout.
• Club Membership Discounts: A $5.00 discount available until November 2nd.
• Account Requirement: Use the account used to register for the club to apply for this discount.
• Awards: Given to the top 3 Male & Female open and master runners, and age group awards.

Awards

• 5K Awards: Top 3 Male & Female open and master runners.
• Age Group Awards: Categories include 12 & under, 13-19, and 10-year age groups until 70 & over.
• Strider Kids' Classic: Awards for various age groups: 6 & under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-17 M & F.
• Walking Awards: Top 3 Male & Female in a Walking Division.

Walking Division

• Registration Requirement: Must walk the entire race to be eligible for awards.
• Running Penalty: If you run, you will be moved to the 5K Run division!