11th Annual Resolution 5K and 1-Mile Run
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 9:15AM EST
- Location Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Price $22.20 - $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Kick off the new year with energy and enthusiasm at the 11th Annual Resolution 5K and 1-Mile Run on January 1, 2026, in beautiful Virginia Beach! This exciting event, taking place at the stunning 24th Street Park, offers a fantastic opportunity for runners and walkers of all ages to embrace their resolutions and enjoy a scenic out-and-back course along the iconic boardwalk. The 1-mile race starts at 9:15 AM, followed by the 5K at 10:00 AM, with both races finishing back at 24th Street.
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled atmosphere, complete with a post-race party at Murphy's Irish Pub, custom race sweatshirts, and finisher medals for all registered runners. Awards will be given to the top performers across various categories, making it a competitive yet family-friendly event. Don’t miss the chance to join fellow runners and walkers in celebrating the start of a new year filled with health and fitness! Be sure to mark your calendars for this invigorating Virginia Beach tradition!
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled atmosphere, complete with a post-race party at Murphy's Irish Pub, custom race sweatshirts, and finisher medals for all registered runners. Awards will be given to the top performers across various categories, making it a competitive yet family-friendly event. Don’t miss the chance to join fellow runners and walkers in celebrating the start of a new year filled with health and fitness! Be sure to mark your calendars for this invigorating Virginia Beach tradition!
Organiser's Description
START THE YEAR OFF RIGHT!
JOIN US FOR OUR NEW YEAR'S DAY RESOLUTION 5K AND 1 MILE RUN.
AT THE BEACH -24TH STREET PARK, VIRGINIA BEACH (1 MILE 9:15 - 5K 10:00 AM)
COURSE: This is a 1 mile and 5k out-and-back course on the boardwalk starting at 24th street with the turnaround point at 17th street for the mile and 2nd street for the 5k. Both races finish back at 24th street.
FLUIDS AND FOOD: There will be 1 aid station with water at the 5k turnaround point.
AMENITIES & POST-RACE. All registered runners for the 5k and mile will receive a finisher medal and custom race sweatshirt.
PACKET PICKUPS:
Early Packet Pickup: RUNNING ETC. IN VIRGINIA BEACH TUESDAY DECEMBER 30TH 4PM-6PM AND WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 31ST 1PM-3PM.
Race Day Packet Pickup will be from 8:00 to 9:45 on Race Day at the 24th Street Park Stage.
TIME LIMITS: The 5k race starts at 10 AM and will close at Noon. Walkers may arrange an early start or self-time after 10:00am
POST RACE PARTY: After Party at Murphy's Irish Pub (subject to change)
AWARDS:
5K Race: Top 3 OVERALL Male and Female, Top 3 MASTERS Male and Female, and Top 3 Male and Female in age groups (12 & Under, 13 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, 70+ will receive awards! Top 3 Walkers Male and Female will also receive awards.
1 Mile: Top 3 OVERAL Male and Female, Top 3 Male and Female in age groups (6 & Under, 7 to 9, 10 to 12, 13 & Over) will receive awards.
REGISTRATION: No RACE DAY Registration.
STRIDER PLUS/LEGACY RUNNERS: Strider Plus members MUST register. Discount automatically applied at checkout.
CLUB MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS: A Club membership discount of $5.00 is available up thru Race Registration closure. Discounts are automatically applied on the payment page during registration. You should use the account you used to register for the club to apply for this discount. We will also attempt to match on name/date of birth.
Paper entry forms not available.
Strollers are permitted.
THIS IS A TIDEWATER STRIDERS RUNNING GRAND PRIX RACE, YOUTH GRAND PRIX RACE AND WALKERS GRAND PRIX RACE!!!
JOIN US FOR OUR NEW YEAR'S DAY RESOLUTION 5K AND 1 MILE RUN.
AT THE BEACH -24TH STREET PARK, VIRGINIA BEACH (1 MILE 9:15 - 5K 10:00 AM)
COURSE: This is a 1 mile and 5k out-and-back course on the boardwalk starting at 24th street with the turnaround point at 17th street for the mile and 2nd street for the 5k. Both races finish back at 24th street.
FLUIDS AND FOOD: There will be 1 aid station with water at the 5k turnaround point.
AMENITIES & POST-RACE. All registered runners for the 5k and mile will receive a finisher medal and custom race sweatshirt.
PACKET PICKUPS:
Early Packet Pickup: RUNNING ETC. IN VIRGINIA BEACH TUESDAY DECEMBER 30TH 4PM-6PM AND WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 31ST 1PM-3PM.
Race Day Packet Pickup will be from 8:00 to 9:45 on Race Day at the 24th Street Park Stage.
TIME LIMITS: The 5k race starts at 10 AM and will close at Noon. Walkers may arrange an early start or self-time after 10:00am
POST RACE PARTY: After Party at Murphy's Irish Pub (subject to change)
AWARDS:
5K Race: Top 3 OVERALL Male and Female, Top 3 MASTERS Male and Female, and Top 3 Male and Female in age groups (12 & Under, 13 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, 70+ will receive awards! Top 3 Walkers Male and Female will also receive awards.
1 Mile: Top 3 OVERAL Male and Female, Top 3 Male and Female in age groups (6 & Under, 7 to 9, 10 to 12, 13 & Over) will receive awards.
REGISTRATION: No RACE DAY Registration.
STRIDER PLUS/LEGACY RUNNERS: Strider Plus members MUST register. Discount automatically applied at checkout.
CLUB MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS: A Club membership discount of $5.00 is available up thru Race Registration closure. Discounts are automatically applied on the payment page during registration. You should use the account you used to register for the club to apply for this discount. We will also attempt to match on name/date of birth.
Paper entry forms not available.
Strollers are permitted.
THIS IS A TIDEWATER STRIDERS RUNNING GRAND PRIX RACE, YOUTH GRAND PRIX RACE AND WALKERS GRAND PRIX RACE!!!
Races
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11th Annual Resolution 5K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Tidewater Striders Custom Race Sweatshirt
Thu 1st January 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$54.00
Join us for our 10 am New Year's Day 5K at the Beach - 24th Street Park Virginia Beach, VA. 10-yr age group awards. There is a $5.00 club member discount. Discounts are automatically applied at checkout. Please sign up using your runsignup club membership user name (email address) in order to verify your membership. Early Packet Pickup: Running Etc. in Virginia Beach Tuesday December 30th 4pm-6pm AND December 31st 1pm-3pm. RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP will be at the 24th Street Park Stage from 8:00 am-9:45am January 1st -
11th Annual Resolution 5K (Competitive Walkers Only)
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Tidewater Striders Custom Race Sweatshirt
Thu 1st January 2026 (10:00AM EST)
$54.00
Join us for our 10 am New Year's Day 5K at the Beach - 24th Street Park Virginia Beach, VA. 10-yr age group awards. There is a $5.00 club member. Discounts are automatically applied at checkout. Please sign up using your runsignup club membership user name (email address) in order to verify your membership. Early Packet Pickup: Running Etc. in Virginia Beach Tuesday December 30th 4pm-6pm AND December 31st 1pm-3pm. RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP will be at the 24th Street Park Stage from 8:00am-9:45am January 1st -
Resolution 1 Mile Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Tidewater Strider Branded Insulated Cooler/Lunch Bag
Thu 1st January 2026 (9:15AM EST)
$22.20
Join us for our 9:15 am New Year's Day 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk at the Beach - 24th Street Park Virginia Beach, VA. There is a $5.00 club member discount. Discounts are automatically applied at checkout. Please sign up using your runsignup club membership user name (email address) in order to verify your membership. Early Packet Pickup: Running Etc. in Virginia Beach Tuesday December 30th 4pm-6pm AND December 31st 1pm-3pm. RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP will be at the 24th Street Park Stage from 8:00am-9:45am January 1st
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24th Street Park, Virginia Beach, 23451, VA, United States
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