Joe Harney Memorial PTC Scholarship Trailzilla Series at Sandy Bottom Nature Park
- Date Tue 16th June 2026 - Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Hampton, Virginia
- Price $11.60 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating summer adventure at the Joe Harney Memorial PTC Scholarship Trailzilla Series, taking place from June 16 to July 18, 2026, at the beautiful Sandy Bottom Nature Park in Hampton, Virginia. This exciting three-day event promises a fun-filled atmosphere for trail running enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels, featuring a variety of race distances. Participants can choose to challenge themselves in the Joe-Zilla 5-Miler or join the full Trailzilla Series, where they'll enjoy running on scenic dirt paths through the park.
The Trailzilla Series not only offers participants a chance to earn race singlets but also contributes to a great cause—the Peninsula Track Club Scholarship Funds. Runners will have the opportunity to compete for awards in multiple categories, including the top overall male and female finishers, as well as age group winners across a wide range of categories. With race day registration available, this is the perfect chance to lace up your running shoes, soak in the summer sun, and embrace the spirit of community and competition. Join us for an unforgettable experience that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy!
The Trailzilla Series not only offers participants a chance to earn race singlets but also contributes to a great cause—the Peninsula Track Club Scholarship Funds. Runners will have the opportunity to compete for awards in multiple categories, including the top overall male and female finishers, as well as age group winners across a wide range of categories. With race day registration available, this is the perfect chance to lace up your running shoes, soak in the summer sun, and embrace the spirit of community and competition. Join us for an unforgettable experience that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy!
Organiser's Description
THREE DAYS OF SUMMER TRAIL RUNNING ON DIRT PATHS THROUGH A LOCAL CITY PARK AT INCREASING DISTANCES. Hot and sweaty summer running in a fun-setting. Course is suitable for all ages and ability levels. Participants at the Joe-Zilla 5-Miler and the full 3-race Trailzilla Series will receive race singlets.
The event is organized, conducted, and results generated by the Peninsula Track Club. Registration is open to the public and members of the Peninsula Track Club. THE ENTIRE TRAILZILLA RACE SERIES BENEFITS THE PTC SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS.
We are planning to give awards for each Trailzilla race to the TOP 3 OVERALL MALE & FEMALE, TOP MALE & FEMALE AGE GROUP WINNERS (5-year age groups), including 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and older, and TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE WALKERS. Winners will only receive one award (if a runner receives an overall award they will not receive an age group award).
Awards for the 3-race Trailzilla Series will be given for top finishers for the 3 races to TOP OVERALL MALE & FEMALE, TOP MALE & FEMALE AGE GROUP WINNERS (5-year age groups), including 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over, and TOP MALE & FEMALE WALKER. To be eligible to win in this category runners/walkers must complete all 3 Trailzilla races. Walkers must walk all 3 races to be eligible for top male/female walker. Tie-breaker for each category will be the ranking in the Joe-Zilla 5-Miler. Winners will only receive one award (if a runner receives an overall award they will not receive an age group award).
Awards for individual races will be based on ages on race day. Awards for the 3 race series will be based on ages on 16 June 2026, the date of the first race in the series.
Walkers must walk the entire course. Walkers who jog or run any part of the course will be moved to the running category for the race and series.
Race day registration will be available for each race beginning 1-hour before race start depending on availability. We will update social media with status.
The event is organized, conducted, and results generated by the Peninsula Track Club. Registration is open to the public and members of the Peninsula Track Club. THE ENTIRE TRAILZILLA RACE SERIES BENEFITS THE PTC SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS.
We are planning to give awards for each Trailzilla race to the TOP 3 OVERALL MALE & FEMALE, TOP MALE & FEMALE AGE GROUP WINNERS (5-year age groups), including 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and older, and TOP 3 MALE & FEMALE WALKERS. Winners will only receive one award (if a runner receives an overall award they will not receive an age group award).
Awards for the 3-race Trailzilla Series will be given for top finishers for the 3 races to TOP OVERALL MALE & FEMALE, TOP MALE & FEMALE AGE GROUP WINNERS (5-year age groups), including 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over, and TOP MALE & FEMALE WALKER. To be eligible to win in this category runners/walkers must complete all 3 Trailzilla races. Walkers must walk all 3 races to be eligible for top male/female walker. Tie-breaker for each category will be the ranking in the Joe-Zilla 5-Miler. Winners will only receive one award (if a runner receives an overall award they will not receive an age group award).
Awards for individual races will be based on ages on race day. Awards for the 3 race series will be based on ages on 16 June 2026, the date of the first race in the series.
Walkers must walk the entire course. Walkers who jog or run any part of the course will be moved to the running category for the race and series.
Race day registration will be available for each race beginning 1-hour before race start depending on availability. We will update social media with status.
Races
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Trailzilla Fast 5K
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Tue 16th June 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 01 APRRace singlets are not available for this event. Walkers must notify PTC at check-in that you wish to compete in the Walker category. Walkers must walk the entire course (no running or jogging). Race Day registration available: $15 -
Trailzilla Feel Good 4-Miler
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Tue 30th June 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 01 APRRace singlets are not available for this event. Walkers must notify PTC at check-in that you wish to compete in the Walker category. Walkers must walk the entire course (no running or jogging). Race Day registration available: $15 -
Trailzilla Joe-Zilla 5-Miler
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Performance Singlet
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 APRParticipants will received a race singlet for this event if registered by June 18, 2025. Extra singlets available on race day will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Walkers must notify PTC at check-in that you wish to compete in the Walker category. Walkers must walk the entire course (no running or jogging). Race Day registration available: $35 -
Trailzilla Series-All 3 Events
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Performance Singlet
Tue 16th June 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$48.70
OPENS 01 APRParticipants will received a race singlet for this event if registered by June 18, 2025. Walkers must notify PTC at check-in at each race that you wish to compete in the Walker category. Walkers must walk the entire course (no running or jogging). Race Day (4 June) registration for all 3 races is $50.
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