K5K - A Run for Kendra
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Price $33.63
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 13th Annual K5K - A Run for Kendra, taking place on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 9 AM in beautiful Virginia Beach, Virginia! This inspiring event honors the life of Kendra R. Atherton while raising funds for a scholarship fund aimed at supporting college students who have lost a parent to cancer. Over the years, the K5K has proudly awarded more than $155,000 in scholarships, making a significant impact on the lives of those in need.
Join us at Neptune's Park, located at 3001 Atlantic Ave, for an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, purpose, and fun! Whether you choose to participate in person along the scenic Virginia Beach Boardwalk or virtually from anywhere across the country, everyone is welcome to join in the celebration. After the race, don’t miss the after party at The Shack, where you can unwind and connect with fellow participants. Registration is open now, with special pricing for students and kids, so gather your family and friends, and even your pets, for a day of joy, remembrance, and community spirit. Let’s make this year’s K5K the best one yet!
Join us at Neptune's Park, located at 3001 Atlantic Ave, for an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, purpose, and fun! Whether you choose to participate in person along the scenic Virginia Beach Boardwalk or virtually from anywhere across the country, everyone is welcome to join in the celebration. After the race, don’t miss the after party at The Shack, where you can unwind and connect with fellow participants. Registration is open now, with special pricing for students and kids, so gather your family and friends, and even your pets, for a day of joy, remembrance, and community spirit. Let’s make this year’s K5K the best one yet!
Organiser's Description
Join us for our 13TH ANNUAL run/walk to honor and celebrate the life of Kendra R. Atherton and to raise money for a scholarship fund in her name to benefit college students who have lost a parent to cancer, and who display the qualities possessed by Kendra. AS OF TODAY, THE K5K: A RUN FOR KENDRA HAS AWARDED OVER $155,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS WHO HAVE LOST A PARENT TO CANCER.
NEW LOCATION: NEPTUNE'S PARK (3001 ATLANTIC AVE, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23451)
WHEN: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2025 AT 9AM
WHERE: VIRGINIA BEACH BOARDWALK OR VIRTUALLY
JOIN US FOR OUR AFTER PARTY AT THE SHACK AFTER THE RACE IS OVER! THE SHACK IS LOCATED AT 712 ATLANTIC AVE, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23451.
Whether you live in the area or are 500 miles away, you now have the opportunity to run/walk the k5k wherever you are! Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/k5kARunforKendra] to get connected with our race no matter if you are participating in-person or virtually. When you sign up for our virtual event, you will also receive emails with instructions on how to post your results. VIRTUAL RESULTS CAN BE POSTED AT ANY TIME DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER. You can compete with people participating all over the country! Spread the word to family and friends!
WHO: THE K5K: A RUN FOR KENDRA IS FOR ABSOLUTELY EVERYONE!!
Registration Prices:
12 & UNDER: $20; PRICE INCREASES TO $25 ON 11/1
STUDENT (13-24): $30; PRICE INCREASES TO $35 ON 11/1
ADULT (25+): $35; PRICE INCREASES TO $40 ON 11/1
Note: Packet Pick-Up will be from 3-6pm ET on Friday, November 21st at Running Etc. (1940 Laskin Rd UNIT 302, Virginia Beach, VA 23454).
Its NEVER TOO EARLY to register FAMILY and FRIENDS!
Run with your pet! Dress your pet in PINK! Have fun!
NEW LOCATION: NEPTUNE'S PARK (3001 ATLANTIC AVE, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23451)
WHEN: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2025 AT 9AM
WHERE: VIRGINIA BEACH BOARDWALK OR VIRTUALLY
JOIN US FOR OUR AFTER PARTY AT THE SHACK AFTER THE RACE IS OVER! THE SHACK IS LOCATED AT 712 ATLANTIC AVE, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23451.
Whether you live in the area or are 500 miles away, you now have the opportunity to run/walk the k5k wherever you are! Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/k5kARunforKendra] to get connected with our race no matter if you are participating in-person or virtually. When you sign up for our virtual event, you will also receive emails with instructions on how to post your results. VIRTUAL RESULTS CAN BE POSTED AT ANY TIME DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER. You can compete with people participating all over the country! Spread the word to family and friends!
WHO: THE K5K: A RUN FOR KENDRA IS FOR ABSOLUTELY EVERYONE!!
Registration Prices:
12 & UNDER: $20; PRICE INCREASES TO $25 ON 11/1
STUDENT (13-24): $30; PRICE INCREASES TO $35 ON 11/1
ADULT (25+): $35; PRICE INCREASES TO $40 ON 11/1
Note: Packet Pick-Up will be from 3-6pm ET on Friday, November 21st at Running Etc. (1940 Laskin Rd UNIT 302, Virginia Beach, VA 23454).
Its NEVER TOO EARLY to register FAMILY and FRIENDS!
Run with your pet! Dress your pet in PINK! Have fun!
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