Dolphin Dash 5K (2026)
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling morning at the 21st Annual Dolphin Dash 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in beautiful Virginia Beach! This exciting event invites runners of all ages to participate in a fantastic race while supporting a noble cause—raising funds for Abby's Legacy Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to aiding childhood cancer patients through research and care. With a registration fee of just $35 (increasing to $40 on race day), participants will receive a stylish T-shirt designed by an Ocean Lakes student along with a race bag filled with goodies.
The day's festivities kick off with registration starting at 8:30 AM, leading into the main event at 9:00 AM, featuring not only the 5K but also a fun Mini Dash for younger participants. Runners crossing the finish line will have the chance to win exciting door prizes, with additional tickets available for purchase to support the foundation even further. Don’t miss out on this vibrant community event that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy, all while enjoying the picturesque scenery of Virginia Beach! Join us in making a difference one step at a time!
The day's festivities kick off with registration starting at 8:30 AM, leading into the main event at 9:00 AM, featuring not only the 5K but also a fun Mini Dash for younger participants. Runners crossing the finish line will have the chance to win exciting door prizes, with additional tickets available for purchase to support the foundation even further. Don’t miss out on this vibrant community event that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy, all while enjoying the picturesque scenery of Virginia Beach! Join us in making a difference one step at a time!
Organiser's Description
21ST ANNUAL DOLPHIN DASH 5K
This is our 21st Annual Dolphin Dash, in which we are raising money for Abby's Legacy Foundation. Abbys Legacy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports childhood cancer patients through research, care, and love. All money raised from our Winter Carnival, Casholas, and this race will go to this charity.
You may both register and pay for the race on this page. All registrations INCLUDE A T-SHIRT designed by an Ocean Lakes student along with a race bag. The cost of the race will be $35, and on race day will increase to $40 (and you will fill out a paper registration form). If the race is cancelled due to inclement weather, it will NOT be rescheduled, and there will be NO REFUNDS. If the race is rescheduled due to other reasons, door prizes will be sent out through a drawing.
REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY WILL BEGIN AT 8:30 AM. THE RACE PROGRAM WILL START AT 9:00 WITH THE MINI DASH.
AWARDS: Participants will be given a door prize ticket as they cross the finish line for the multiple door prizes given out at the conclusion of the races. There will be an opportunity to purchase more door prize tickets, with each ticket being $1. Proceeds will also go to Abby's Legacy Foundation.
Door prizes, coupons, and food/drinks are available to every participant.
This is our 21st Annual Dolphin Dash, in which we are raising money for Abby's Legacy Foundation. Abbys Legacy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports childhood cancer patients through research, care, and love. All money raised from our Winter Carnival, Casholas, and this race will go to this charity.
You may both register and pay for the race on this page. All registrations INCLUDE A T-SHIRT designed by an Ocean Lakes student along with a race bag. The cost of the race will be $35, and on race day will increase to $40 (and you will fill out a paper registration form). If the race is cancelled due to inclement weather, it will NOT be rescheduled, and there will be NO REFUNDS. If the race is rescheduled due to other reasons, door prizes will be sent out through a drawing.
REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY WILL BEGIN AT 8:30 AM. THE RACE PROGRAM WILL START AT 9:00 WITH THE MINI DASH.
AWARDS: Participants will be given a door prize ticket as they cross the finish line for the multiple door prizes given out at the conclusion of the races. There will be an opportunity to purchase more door prize tickets, with each ticket being $1. Proceeds will also go to Abby's Legacy Foundation.
Door prizes, coupons, and food/drinks are available to every participant.
Races
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21st Annual Dolphin Dash 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
If there is inclement weather, this event will be cancelled. There will be NO REFUNDS. Please contact Christina Barnhart, if you have any questions: christina.barnhart@vbschools.com. -
2nd Dolphin Dash Mini-Dash Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$16.90
Our first ever Mini Dash specially catered toward smaller children who also want to participate! They will run a shorter length of track.
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