Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges!

Lewes, DE

Sat, May 8, 2027

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When

Saturday, May 8th, 2027

Where

American Legion, Post 17, Lewes DE

Distances

5K · 10K · Half

About this race

🏅 Race Overview

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, Lewes, Delaware. All races start and finish at the same location.

🏃‍♂️ Race Details

Certification: ALL THREE RACES ARE USATF CERTIFIED
Starting Point: Beginning at the American Legion, Post 17, Lewes.
Race Options: Participants will travel through Cape Henlopen State Park and the historic Fort Miles. The event is divided into a 5k, 10K and Half Marathon Challenges. Participants are able to choose to compete in a Run, Race-Walk and Heavy March (Trail race with 15lb. pack).
Packet Pickup: Will be done on Friday, May 7th, at American Legion Post 17, Lewes, DE (113 American Legion Road), from 5pm – 8pm.

🎶 Pre-Race Event

Live Music: Between 6pm-8pm the Post will have a LIVE BAND!
Food & Beverages: Available the entire time.
Day of Pickup: You can also do packet pick up the day of the event starting at 6:30am near the starting line.
Ceremonies: Opening Ceremonies are at 8:00am. The races will launch one after the other.

🔗 Race Links

5k: View here
10K: View here
Half Marathon: View here

🎉 Event Components

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 will be 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.

🎽 Participation Benefits

T-Shirt: Everyone pre-registered by May 3, 2026 will be guaranteed an event t-shirt at check-in.
Medallion: Everyone racing will receive a race medallion when they cross the finish line.
Weather: Our women and men deployed to the Middle East do not stop due to the weather: so, rain or shine (not including weather which makes the environment unsafe to be outside), come out and enjoy our race and festivities.
More Info: For more details and the rules of the race, check us out at Race4Warriors.org.