Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake VA
Saturday, June 6th, 2026
Race Overview
SPARC presents our 4th annual Above the Clouds 5K in honor of Dr. Albert K. Lin.
Event Details
- Date: 2026-06-06
- Location: Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake, VA
- Link: Event Registration
- Charity: A portion of your registration fee will be donated to www.braintumor.org
About the Event
- Purpose: Raise awareness for brain cancer and honor Dr. Albert K. Lin.
- Inspiration: Dr. Lin inspires us to live our lives to the fullest and to finish the race worthy of a prize that lasts for eternity.
- Timed Event: The 5K will be a timed event with prizes for top finishers.
- Participants: Open to all fitness levels, and virtual participation is available.
Special Features
- Swag: All registrants will receive a race shirt and finisher medal.
- 100 Yard Dash: Kids can sign up for a 100 yard dash and receive a special reward.
- Early Registration: Register before May 6th, 2026 to receive an early registration discount and guarantee your shirt size.
- Post Race Meal: Enjoy food available for purchase from Flippin' Hangry and Bear House Coffee.
Packet Pickup
- Date: Friday, June 5th, 2026
- Time: 3:45 PM to 8 PM
- Location: DICK's House of Sports, 1501 Sentinel Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320
- Note: THERE IS NO DAY OF RACE PACKET PICKUP
Recognition
A big thank you and shout out to all of our sponsors for helping to make this event happen! We could not do this without them. Please be sure to visit their websites, as they will be on site post-race.
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