Mulberry Island Half Marathon & 5K
- Date Sat 6th September 2025
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Fort Eustis, Virginia
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 44th Annual Mulberry Island Half Marathon & 5K, taking place on Saturday, September 6th, 2025! Set against the scenic backdrop of Fort Eustis in Newport News, this exciting event promises to be a fantastic day for runners of all levels. Whether you're training for the challenging 13.1-mile half marathon or prefer the fun and fitness of the 5K, there's something for everyone. Join fellow enthusiasts in this vibrant community celebration that combines fitness, camaraderie, and the beautiful outdoors. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this beloved tradition!
Organiser's Description
This is the 44th Annual Mulberry Island Half Marathon and 5K hosted by Fort Eustis Fitness Centers! We are excited for this year's event!
Races
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Mulberry Island Half Marathon Registration
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Base access assistance deadline: 27 AUG 25 This half marathon and 5K route runs along various scenic roads on Fort Eustis, including Mulberry Island Road. Packet pickup begins at 0600. Half marathon begins at 0700 and the 5K begins at 0730. Awards ceremony to follow in Anderson Field House. "On the north shore of the James River, 20 miles west of the Chesapeake Bay, the marshy plains of Mulberry Island can bee seen. Mulberry Island is a picturesque fixture of Virginias Tidewater region whose natural beauty is enriched by thousands of years of human history. With 10,000 years of human history, over 230 recorded archaeological sites, two museums, and what may be the oldest building under the Department of Defenses care, Mulberry Island is a showpiece of Chesapeake heritage and military stewardship. Today, as part of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Fort Eustis continues to celebrate Mulberry Islands long and rich history, spanning the millennia from its earliest prehistoric occupants to the arrival of the modern military. " -Written by Pete Regan, RPA and designed by Lee-Ann Lyons for the United States Air Force in cooperation with Fort Eustis Cultural Resource Management -
Mulberry Island 5K Registration
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th September 2025 (7:30AM EDT)
$27.50
Base access assistance deadline: 27 AUG 25 This half marathon and 5K route runs along various scenic roads on Fort Eustis, including Mulberry Island Road. Packet pickup begins at 0600. Half marathon begins at 0700 and the 5K begins at 0730. Awards ceremony to follow in Anderson Field House. "On the north shore of the James River, 20 miles west of the Chesapeake Bay, the marshy plains of Mulberry Island can bee seen. Mulberry Island is a picturesque fixture of Virginias Tidewater region whose natural beauty is enriched by thousands of years of human history. With 10,000 years of human history, over 230 recorded archaeological sites, two museums, and what may be the oldest building under the Department of Defenses care, Mulberry Island is a showpiece of Chesapeake heritage and military stewardship. Today, as part of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Fort Eustis continues to celebrate Mulberry Islands long and rich history, spanning the millennia from its earliest prehistoric occupants to the arrival of the modern military. " -Written by Pete Regan, RPA and designed by Lee-Ann Lyons for the United States Air Force in cooperation with Fort Eustis Cultural Resource Management
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