American Legion, Post 17, Lewes DE
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Come join us in this historic event along the scenic coastline of Delaware, our First State, to support our Wounded Warriors and Homeless Veterans. The event is OPEN TO ALL! Our vision is to bring our military and civilian communities together to build stronger relationships. The race will encompass trails on the beautiful Cape Henlopen State Park and Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. All races start and finish at the same location.
ALL THREE RACES ARE USATF CERTIFIED
Packet pickup will be done on Friday, May 8th, at American Legion Post 17, Lewes, DE (113 American Legion Road), from 5pm – 8pm. Between 6pm-8pm the Post will have a LIVE BAND! Food and beverages will be available the entire time. Come out, get your packet, hang out, and meet some of our staff and fellow participants! DAY OF PICKUP: You can also do packet pickup the day of the event starting at 7:00am near the starting line. Opening Ceremonies are at 8:00am. The Half Marathon will launch at 8:15am, 10K start at 8:40am, AND 5K starts at 9:00am. PLEASE BE IN PLACE AT 8:00am.
The event has three major components: Competition, Education, and Celebration. The race through the state parks and beaches of Delaware is a competition for all levels and will honor the men and women who have sacrificed for our freedoms in the Middle East. The finish line will encompass the other components. With the assistance of volunteers, a Middle East Historical Exhibit will be available for everyone to enjoy. This walk-through history will help connect our communities with the military members attending the event. Lastly, there will be a “Celebration of Warriors” with local vendors available from 8:30am – 3pm. Live bands will start at 10:00am and play until 3pm. Stay, enjoy the celebration, and connect with people, military and civilian, from across the United States of America.
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