Eggleston OK5K & 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll

  • Date Sat 14th June 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Virginia Beach, Virginia
  • Price $20.00 - $35.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 1 Mile, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the 16th Annual Eggleston OK5K & 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll on Saturday, June 14, 2025! Taking place at the picturesque Virginia Wesleyan University in Virginia Beach, this exciting event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, including families with strollers and wheelchair racers. Lace up your shoes for a 5K or take a leisurely stroll in the 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll, all while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from this vibrant race directly benefit Eggleston's mission to provide essential services and support to adults with disabilities, empowering them to lead fulfilling lives.

Join us for a day filled with energy and community spirit! The festivities kick off early, with registration opening at 7:00 AM, followed by the 1 Mile event at 8:00 AM and the 5K at 8:45 AM. Don’t miss the post-race celebration at 10:00 AM, featuring cool prizes, kids' activities, and live music. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, every step you take helps make a difference in the lives of those with disabilities. Mark your calendars

Organiser's Description

The 16TH ANNUAL EGGLESTON OK5K & 1 MILE RUN, WALK & ROLL is a truly special race. Join us for a race through the beautiful campus of Virginia Wesleyan University, and have the opportunity to make a difference in our community! The OK5K & 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll is an exciting morning that is open to participants of all ability levels, families with strollers, wheelchair racers, and more. You might even see some amazing Eggleston employees and associates out on the course!



Since 1955, Eggleston has been dedicated to providing meaningful training, employment opportunities, recreation activities, and residential services to thousands of adults with disabilities. The OK5K is Egglestons primary fundraising event, and all proceeds directly support our mission.



Proceeds from the OK5K event help to offset the cost of Egglestons year-round services to adults with disabilities, including our Brain Injury Services, Warrior Bridge Veteran program, and our Day Support Programs. Egglestons Brain Injury Services provides both case management services and a clubhouse model program that focuses on helping members reach their personal goals. Egglestons Warrior Bridge assists veterans with disabilities by connecting them to vital resources, services and employment. Finally, Egglestons Day Support Programs offers individuals with significant disabilities meaningful and functional year-round/daily supports based on improving quality of life and enhancing independence.



You wont want to miss the OK5K & 1 Mile Races to benefit Eggleston. Help people with disabilities with every step you take!



Featuring cool prizes, kids activities, music, and more make a difference while having a blast!



JUNE 13TH
PACKET PICK-UP
When: Friday, June 13, 2025 from 11AM-6PM at

Where: Eggleston Corporate Office (5145 E. Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk 23502)



JUNE 14TH
RACE DAY
When: Saturday, June 14th, 2025

* 7:00 AM Doors Open for Registration
* 8:00AM 1 Mile Run/Walk
* 8:45AM 5K Run/Walk
* 10:00AM Post Race Celebration

Where: Virginia Wesleyan University, Batten Student Center
5817 Wesleyan Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Races

  • 1 Mile Run, Walk, Roll

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 14th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $20.00

    OPENS SOON
  • 5K Run, Walk, Roll

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sat 14th June 2025 (8:45AM EDT)

    $35.00

    OPENS SOON

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5817 Wesleyan Dr., Virginia Beach, 23455, VA, United States

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