Above the Clouds 5K

Race Overview

SPARC presents, our 4th annual Above the Clouds 5K in honor of Dr. Albert K. Lin.

Purpose of the Event

• Awareness: Please join us for our annual run/walk as we raise awareness to brain cancer.
• Honor: This event is to remember and honor Dr. Albert K. Lin, who inspires us to live our lives to the fullest.
• Impact: Finish this race in a manner worthy of a prize that lasts for eternity.

Charity Contribution

A portion of your registration fee will be donated to www.braintumor.org, who unrelentingly invests in, mobilizes, and unites the brain tumor community to discover a cure, deliver effective treatments, and advocate for patients and caregivers.

Event Details

• Timed Event: The 5K will be a timed event with prizes for our top finishers.
• Registration Perks: All registrants will receive a race shirt and finisher medal.
• Fitness Levels: The event is open to all levels of fitness, welcoming everyone to run or walk.
• Virtual Option: If you cannot join in person, consider the virtual event. Virtual participants will also receive a shirt and finisher medal.

Children's Event

If you have a little one that would like to run, sign them up for the 100 yard dash. They will receive something special for their completion of the 100 yard dash.

Registration Information

Register before May 6th, 2026 to receive an early registration discount and guarantee your shirt size! Participants registering after this date may not be guaranteed preferred sizing in their shirt.

Post-Race Celebration

Stay after and join us for a post-race with food available for purchase from Flippin' Hangry and Bear House Coffee.

Acknowledgments

A big thank you 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 and they will be on site post-race.

Packet Pickup Information

• Date and Time: Packet pickup will be on Friday June 5th, 2026 from 3:45pm to 8pm.
• Location: DICK's House of Sports in Chesapeake, 1501 Sentinel Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320.
• Important: THERE IS NO DAY OF RACE PACKET PICKUP.

Race Details

Join us on June 6th, 2026 at Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake, VA. For more information, visit the race website at Above the Clouds 5K.