River & Bay 5K
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Gloucester Point, Virginia
- Price $20.00 - $35.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day at the inaugural River & Bay 5K on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Gloucester Point, Virginia! This vibrant community event, set against the stunning backdrop of the York River on the VIMS & Batten School campus, invites runners, walkers, and families to come together for a day of fun and fitness. Participants can choose from a timed 5K race or a 1-Mile Fun Run, making it perfect for all ages and skill levels.
Join in the festivities after the race with a Halloween costume competition, where creativity and fun take center stage! Plus, dive into interactive exhibits and hands-on activities that showcase cutting-edge scientific research impacting coastal communities and marine ecosystems. Whether you're aiming for a personal best, enjoying quality time with loved ones, or exploring the wonders of science, the River & Bay 5K promises a memorable experience for everyone. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of community spirit, fitness, and education!
Join in the festivities after the race with a Halloween costume competition, where creativity and fun take center stage! Plus, dive into interactive exhibits and hands-on activities that showcase cutting-edge scientific research impacting coastal communities and marine ecosystems. Whether you're aiming for a personal best, enjoying quality time with loved ones, or exploring the wonders of science, the River & Bay 5K promises a memorable experience for everyone. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of community spirit, fitness, and education!
Organiser's Description
Join us in Gloucester Point on the VIMS & Batten School campus for the inaugural River & Bay 5K! Hosted by William & Mary's VIMS & Batten School, this family-friendly community event is an opportunity for runners, walkers and science enthusiasts of all ages to experience our scenic campus along the York River.
Open to the public, the race includes a timed 5K, a 1-Mile Fun Run, and awards for top finishers (and a special Halloween costume competition to celebrate the day!). _Stick around after the race to learn about our cutting-edge scientific research with interactive exhibits, hands-on activities for kids, oyster tastings, and more!_
Whether you're racing for a personal best, enjoying a fun morning with family or discovering how our science for solutions impacts coastal communities and marine ecosystems, there's something for everyone.
Open to the public, the race includes a timed 5K, a 1-Mile Fun Run, and awards for top finishers (and a special Halloween costume competition to celebrate the day!). _Stick around after the race to learn about our cutting-edge scientific research with interactive exhibits, hands-on activities for kids, oyster tastings, and more!_
Whether you're racing for a personal best, enjoying a fun morning with family or discovering how our science for solutions impacts coastal communities and marine ecosystems, there's something for everyone.
Races
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River & Bay 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 31st October 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$35.00
Experience the VIMS & Batten School campus like never! This unique route will take you through Gloucester County Point Park, under the Coleman Bridge, through our Boat Basin and the neighborhood our coastal & marine sciences center sits within. After the race, hang out on Davis Lawn to enjoy hands-on educational exhibits, oyster tastings, and some additional tricks and treats in store! -
1 Mile Fun Run
Sat 31st October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$20.00
Kick things off with a short, friendly excursion through campus before the 5K race begins! Afterwards, cheer on the 5K racers and gather with us on Davis Lawn to enjoy hands-on educational exhibits, oyster tastings, and some additional tricks and treats in store!
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Location
1370 Greate Rd, Gloucester Point, 23062, VA, United States
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