Beach to Beer 5K & 10K
From Good Day for a Run
- Date Sat 18th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Colonial Beach, Virginia
- Price $32.80 - $51.88
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the 8th Annual Beach to Beer 5K and 10K races, organized by Good Day for a Run! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in the beautiful Colonial Beach, Westmoreland, VA. Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to join in the fun, with the 10K race kicking off at 9 AM, followed closely by the 5K at 9:05 AM and a non-timed 1-mile walk starting at 9:08 AM.
Participants will enjoy a scenic route along the stunning Potomac, complete with chip-timing for accurate results and awards for the top three finishers overall and in various age groups. After crossing the finish line, everyone can celebrate with local craft beers from Colonial Beach Brewing and Ice House Brewery at the post-race beer garden, while enjoying live music, food trucks, and fun lawn games. Don't miss out on this unforgettable day filled with community spirit, fitness, and relaxation by the waterfront. Make sure to register by October 6 to secure your event shirt and join in on the festivities!
Participants will enjoy a scenic route along the stunning Potomac, complete with chip-timing for accurate results and awards for the top three finishers overall and in various age groups. After crossing the finish line, everyone can celebrate with local craft beers from Colonial Beach Brewing and Ice House Brewery at the post-race beer garden, while enjoying live music, food trucks, and fun lawn games. Don't miss out on this unforgettable day filled with community spirit, fitness, and relaxation by the waterfront. Make sure to register by October 6 to secure your event shirt and join in on the festivities!
Organiser's Description
GOOD DAY FOR A RUN RETURNS TO COLONIAL BEACH, VA FOR THEIR 8TH ANNUAL COLONIAL BEACH TO BEER 10K/5K RACES AND 1 MILE WALK.
THIS RACE PROUDLY SUPPORTS BAMM.
RACES FEATURE:
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SCENIC 5K AND 10K RACE ALONG THE POTOMAC OF COLONIAL BEACH.
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CHIP-TIMING, LIVE-STREAMED RESULTS, AND AWARDS
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5K AND 10K AWARDS ARE FOR TOP 3 OVERALL AND TOP 3 PER AGE GROUPS UNDER 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, AND EACH DECADE
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THE COURSE IS FLAT AND FAST! 10K STARTS AT 9 AM. 5K STARTS AT 9:05 AM.
*
5K WALKERS AND ALL AGES WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE, NEED TO BE REGISTERED, AND START ON TIME BEHIND RUNNERS AT 9:05 AM.
*
1 MILE WALK OPTION AVAILABLE FOR ALL AGES AND STARTS AT 9:08 AM. (NON-TIMED) **PLEASE REGISTER BY OCT. 6 TO GUARANTEE RECEIVING A SHIRT FOR 1 MILERS. MANY EXTRAS ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST AFTER OCT. 6.
RACES INCLUDE:
*
COLONIAL BEACH BREWING & ICE HOUSE BREWERY WILL BE ONSITE PROVIDING LOCAL CRAFT BEER OPTIONS.
*
QUALITY EVENT SHIRT INCLUDED OR UPGRADE TO LONG SLEEVE FOR $6 EXTRA. WOMEN'S CUT, ADULT/MEN'S, AND YOUTH OPTIONS. *PLEASE REGISTER BY OCT. 6 TO GUARANTEE YOUR FIRST CHOICE. MANY EXTRAS ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST FOR REGISTRANTS AFTER OCT. 6.
*
ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A BEACH TO BEER CUSTOM BEER GLASS.
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WATER STATIONS ON COURSE AND AT FINISH LINE
*
COMPLIMENTARY SNACK AT FINISH CHUTE
*
FREE PARKING
*
FREE DOWNLOADABLE PHOTOS
AFTER-PARTY FUN:
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LIVE MUSIC BY SPIKE BURTON MUSIC [https://www.facebook.com/spikeanddorothy/] PERFORMING UNTIL NOON
*
ENJOY COLD CRAFT BEER AT THE POST RACE BEER GARDEN - PRESENTED BY COLONIAL BEACH BREWING AND ICE HOUSE BREWERY. NON ALCOHOL OPTIONS AVAILABLE TOO.
*
ON-SITE FOOD TRUCK.
*
VARIOUS LAWN GAMES FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY OR FOR YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS
*
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BEACH CHAIRS OR BLANKETS TO HANG OUT AFTER IN THE BEAUTIFUL WATER-FRONT PARK!
*
STROLLERS ARE PERMITTED.
*
RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS.
*
PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY FROM 7:30-8:30 AM AT "GOOD DAY FOR A RUN" TENT AT TOWN HILL. SECOND PPU DATE TBD WILL BE POSTED AND EMAILED.
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE GREAT PERKS! VISIT THE "VOLUNTEER" TAB ABOVE FOR DETAILS OR TO SIGN UP!
SHARE THIS EVENT WITH FRIENDS ON FACEBOOK HERE: FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/1111716114441060 [https://www.facebook.com/events/1111716114441060]
THIS RACE PROUDLY SUPPORTS BAMM.
RACES FEATURE:
*
SCENIC 5K AND 10K RACE ALONG THE POTOMAC OF COLONIAL BEACH.
*
CHIP-TIMING, LIVE-STREAMED RESULTS, AND AWARDS
*
5K AND 10K AWARDS ARE FOR TOP 3 OVERALL AND TOP 3 PER AGE GROUPS UNDER 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, AND EACH DECADE
*
THE COURSE IS FLAT AND FAST! 10K STARTS AT 9 AM. 5K STARTS AT 9:05 AM.
*
5K WALKERS AND ALL AGES WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE, NEED TO BE REGISTERED, AND START ON TIME BEHIND RUNNERS AT 9:05 AM.
*
1 MILE WALK OPTION AVAILABLE FOR ALL AGES AND STARTS AT 9:08 AM. (NON-TIMED) **PLEASE REGISTER BY OCT. 6 TO GUARANTEE RECEIVING A SHIRT FOR 1 MILERS. MANY EXTRAS ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST AFTER OCT. 6.
RACES INCLUDE:
*
COLONIAL BEACH BREWING & ICE HOUSE BREWERY WILL BE ONSITE PROVIDING LOCAL CRAFT BEER OPTIONS.
*
QUALITY EVENT SHIRT INCLUDED OR UPGRADE TO LONG SLEEVE FOR $6 EXTRA. WOMEN'S CUT, ADULT/MEN'S, AND YOUTH OPTIONS. *PLEASE REGISTER BY OCT. 6 TO GUARANTEE YOUR FIRST CHOICE. MANY EXTRAS ORDERED AND AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST FOR REGISTRANTS AFTER OCT. 6.
*
ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A BEACH TO BEER CUSTOM BEER GLASS.
*
WATER STATIONS ON COURSE AND AT FINISH LINE
*
COMPLIMENTARY SNACK AT FINISH CHUTE
*
FREE PARKING
*
FREE DOWNLOADABLE PHOTOS
AFTER-PARTY FUN:
*
LIVE MUSIC BY SPIKE BURTON MUSIC [https://www.facebook.com/spikeanddorothy/] PERFORMING UNTIL NOON
*
ENJOY COLD CRAFT BEER AT THE POST RACE BEER GARDEN - PRESENTED BY COLONIAL BEACH BREWING AND ICE HOUSE BREWERY. NON ALCOHOL OPTIONS AVAILABLE TOO.
*
ON-SITE FOOD TRUCK.
*
VARIOUS LAWN GAMES FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY OR FOR YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS
*
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BEACH CHAIRS OR BLANKETS TO HANG OUT AFTER IN THE BEAUTIFUL WATER-FRONT PARK!
*
STROLLERS ARE PERMITTED.
*
RACE IS RAIN OR SHINE. NO REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS.
*
PACKET PICK-UP ON RACE DAY FROM 7:30-8:30 AM AT "GOOD DAY FOR A RUN" TENT AT TOWN HILL. SECOND PPU DATE TBD WILL BE POSTED AND EMAILED.
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE GREAT PERKS! VISIT THE "VOLUNTEER" TAB ABOVE FOR DETAILS OR TO SIGN UP!
SHARE THIS EVENT WITH FRIENDS ON FACEBOOK HERE: FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/1111716114441060 [https://www.facebook.com/events/1111716114441060]
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.64 Fee & Tech Tee Included or Long Sleeves Upgrade -$6 Extra
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:05AM EDT)
$47.64
5K Walkers need to register to participate, and start at 9 AM behind the pack of runners. -
10K Race
Incl. $3.88 Fee & Tech Tee Included or Long Sleeve Upgrade for $6 Extra
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$51.88
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1 Mile Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Tech Tee Included or Long Sleeve Upgrade for $6 Extra
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:08AM EDT)
$32.80
Walkers need to register to participate.
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