Kwanzaa 5k Run & Walk
- Date Sat 26th December 2026
- Time 9:30AM EST
- Location Chesapeake, Virginia
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Kwanzaa 5K Run & Walk, taking place on Saturday, December 26, 2026, at Oak Grove Lake Park in Chesapeake, Virginia! This vibrant event celebrates culture, unity, and community spirit, inviting participants of all ages to join in the fun. Whether you choose to run or walk the 3.1-mile course, you'll be part of a wonderful celebration that highlights the importance of heritage and wellness.
Every registrant will receive a custom Kwanzaa finisher medal, a commemorative race t-shirt, and the joy of contributing to a great cause—supporting the Harambe Creative Futures Scholarship, which helps young individuals access arts education. With age group trophies for top performers and a community celebration at the heart of the event, the Kwanzaa 5K promises to be a memorable experience. Don't miss this chance to run with purpose and celebrate community together!
Every registrant will receive a custom Kwanzaa finisher medal, a commemorative race t-shirt, and the joy of contributing to a great cause—supporting the Harambe Creative Futures Scholarship, which helps young individuals access arts education. With age group trophies for top performers and a community celebration at the heart of the event, the Kwanzaa 5K promises to be a memorable experience. Don't miss this chance to run with purpose and celebrate community together!
Organiser's Description
HARAMBE INC. PRESENTS
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KWANZAA
5K WALK & RUN
Celebrate Culture. Move With Purpose.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2026
A CELEBRATION WORTH RUNNING FOR.
Join Harambe Inc. for a morning of movement, heritage, and community. Whether you run, walk, or bring the whole family, there's a place for you at the starting line.
DEC 26, 2026
Saturday
9:30 AM
Race start
OAK GROVE LAKE PARK
Chesapeake, Virginia
5K / 3.1 MILES
Run or walk
THE RACE EXPERIENCE
WHAT YOU GET WITH REGISTRATION
FINISHER MEDAL
Custom Kwanzaa design
RACE T-SHIRT
Commemorative design
stopwatch TIMED 5K
Official race results
red heart COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
Culture, unity and wellness
SPECIAL RACE RECOGNITION
RACE FOR THE TROPHY!
Every finisher receives a custom Kwanzaa 5K medal. Top performers in their age groups will also be recognized with special AGE GROUP TROPHIES!
FINISHER MEDALS
For everyone who completes the race
AGE GROUP TROPHIES
For age group winners
THE NGUZO SABA
SEVEN PRINCIPLES.
ONE COMMUNITY.
UMOJA
Unity KUJICHAGULIA
Self-Determination
UJIMA
Collective Work & Responsibility UJAMAA
Cooperative Economics
NIA
Purpose KUUMBA
Creativity
IMANI
Faith
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RUN WITH PURPOSE
THEIR CREATIVITY. OUR FUTURE.
Proceeds benefit the HARAMBE CREATIVE FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP, helping children and teenagers access arts education and opportunities to explore their creative talents.
PROUD COMMUNITY SPONSOR
[Positive Vibes - Books, Art and More]
POSITIVE VIBES
A special thank-you to Positive Vibes for supporting the Kwanzaa 5K Walk & Run and helping us celebrate culture, community, and unity.
VISIT POSITIVE VIBES
VIRGINIA BEACH
6220 Indian River Road, Suite B1
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
NORFOLK
415 N. Military Highway, Suite 21
Norfolk, VA 23502
RUN IT. WALK IT. CELEBRATE IT
Lets Go
REGISTER FOR THE KWANZAA 5K up-right arrow [https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Chesapeake/Kwanzaa5kRunWalk]
diamond suit
diamond suit
diamond suit
diamond suit
diamond suit
diamond suit
diamond suit
KWANZAA
5K WALK & RUN
Celebrate Culture. Move With Purpose.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2026
A CELEBRATION WORTH RUNNING FOR.
Join Harambe Inc. for a morning of movement, heritage, and community. Whether you run, walk, or bring the whole family, there's a place for you at the starting line.
DEC 26, 2026
Saturday
9:30 AM
Race start
OAK GROVE LAKE PARK
Chesapeake, Virginia
5K / 3.1 MILES
Run or walk
THE RACE EXPERIENCE
WHAT YOU GET WITH REGISTRATION
FINISHER MEDAL
Custom Kwanzaa design
RACE T-SHIRT
Commemorative design
stopwatch TIMED 5K
Official race results
red heart COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
Culture, unity and wellness
SPECIAL RACE RECOGNITION
RACE FOR THE TROPHY!
Every finisher receives a custom Kwanzaa 5K medal. Top performers in their age groups will also be recognized with special AGE GROUP TROPHIES!
FINISHER MEDALS
For everyone who completes the race
AGE GROUP TROPHIES
For age group winners
THE NGUZO SABA
SEVEN PRINCIPLES.
ONE COMMUNITY.
UMOJA
Unity KUJICHAGULIA
Self-Determination
UJIMA
Collective Work & Responsibility UJAMAA
Cooperative Economics
NIA
Purpose KUUMBA
Creativity
IMANI
Faith
red heart
RUN WITH PURPOSE
THEIR CREATIVITY. OUR FUTURE.
Proceeds benefit the HARAMBE CREATIVE FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP, helping children and teenagers access arts education and opportunities to explore their creative talents.
PROUD COMMUNITY SPONSOR
[Positive Vibes - Books, Art and More]
POSITIVE VIBES
A special thank-you to Positive Vibes for supporting the Kwanzaa 5K Walk & Run and helping us celebrate culture, community, and unity.
VISIT POSITIVE VIBES
VIRGINIA BEACH
6220 Indian River Road, Suite B1
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
NORFOLK
415 N. Military Highway, Suite 21
Norfolk, VA 23502
RUN IT. WALK IT. CELEBRATE IT
Lets Go
REGISTER FOR THE KWANZAA 5K up-right arrow [https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/Chesapeake/Kwanzaa5kRunWalk]
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409 Byron St, Chesapeake, 23320, VA, United States
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