Cookie Classic Run

It's our 13th Annual Cookie Classic Run!

 

January 16th, 2027, Saturday 9am 1246 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail

 

This multi-distance family friendly run/walk event is a great way to launch the 2027 cookie season & start runners off on their 2027 running year!  All distances are out and back, on flat asphalt at Chesapeake's Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, with Girl Scout Cookies waiting for you at the finish! Whether you're an experienced runner or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself, meet new people, and have fun! All abilities welcomed.  We can't wait to see you at the starting line!  

Distance Categories:   1 mile,  5k,  10k  

  Virtual Run – “Do-Si-Don't Show”   Challenge –  “Conquering The Cookie”    Run Perks:

• Box of Cookies - Register by 10/16/2026 for guaranteed selection of a box of cookies provided after you’ve completed your distance in person
• Race Shirt - Register by 11/1/2026 for guaranteed T-shirt sizing  
• Chipped timing 
• Photos - Access to professional photographs (digital images available at no fee)
• Digital Finisher certificates
• All 1 mile runners Receive Commemorative Patch
• All 5k & 10k runners Receive Finisher Swag & Medal
• 5k Age Placement Awards
• 10k Age Placement Awards 
• DJ & Warm Up Session
• Do-Si-Don't Show Virtual Runners receive the finisher gift(s), medal, T-shirt & race bib delivered by post. (Virtual does not receive a box of cookies.)
• Conquering the Cookie Event Series: Earn Bling Finisher Gift by completing challenge running events.  This is a 2-part in-person only run challenge; Runners complete 1 distance in Chesapeake VA then 1 distance in Troutville VA)

Course Support:

• 5k Water Stations
• 10k Water & Gatorade Station
• Start/ Finish Porta-potties

Keep in Mind:

Cookie box choice & T-shirt size are not guaranteed and subject to availability on a first come, first serve basis or until quantities last if not registered by guaranteed deadline dates listed. Quantity updates and availabilities are provided at registration.

Please note Pets or Comfort Animals of any kind are not permitted on course unless they are ADA-compliant certified service animals.

The Cookie Classic Run is a celebration of Girl Scouts, Girl Scout families, and those who support the Girl Scout mission of building Girls of Courage, Confidence, and Character who make the world a better place!

For questions, please contact the Cookie Classic Committee at: [email protected]

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