Tidewater Striders 2026 Distance Series# 1- 5k, 10K, 20K

  • Date Sat 10th January 2026
  • Time 8:30AM EST
  • Location Chesapeake, Virginia
  • Price $43.40 - $54.00
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Tidewater Striders 2026 Distance Series, happening on Saturday, January 10th, 2026, in the scenic city of Chesapeake! This exciting event features a unique three-race challenge that caters to runners of all levels, offering distances of 5K, 10K, 20K, and even a half marathon. Participants can choose from various challenges, including a thrilling 10K option for those looking to push their limits, and a remarkable marathon challenge for the more ambitious athletes.

Runners will enjoy the picturesque Dismal Canal Trail for the 5K and 10K events, with the 15-mile race taking place at Fort Monroe, making each race an unforgettable adventure through beautiful landscapes. Every participant who successfully completes all three events within their chosen challenge will earn a special commemorative medal, celebrating their dedication and achievement. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow runners in the heart of Chesapeake!

Organiser's Description

WELCOME TO THE TIDEWATER STRIDERS DISTANCE SERIES 2026!

PREPARE FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE WITH OUR 3-RACE CHALLENGE BUNDLE, OFFERING A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO TEST YOUR LIMITS ACROSS THREE DIVERSE DISTANCES. THIS YEAR, WE'RE INTRODUCING SOME EXCITING CHANGES, INCLUDING DIFFERENT DISTANCES FOR DISTANCE SERIES 1 & 3, MAKING THE EVENT EVEN MORE APPEALING TO RUNNERS OF ALL LEVELS. SIGN UP FOR ANY OF THE THREE CHALLENGES AND NOT ONLY WILL YOU BE TAKING PART IN A FANTASTIC RUNNING EXPERIENCE, BUT YOU'LL ALSO RECEIVE A SPECIAL COMMEMORATIVE MEDAL AS A REWARD FOR YOUR DEDICATION! REMEMBER, TO CLAIM YOUR MEDAL, YOU MUST SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE ALL THREE EVENTS WITHIN EACH CHOSEN CHALLENGE.

FOR THOSE SEEKING A CHALLENGING YET ACHIEVABLE GOAL, WE PRESENT THE 10K CHALLENGE. PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE DISTANCES ARE NOT PART OF THE STRIDERS GRAND PRIX. TO PARTICIPATE, YOU WILL RUN/WALK A 5K FOR DISTANCE SERIES 1 AT THE SCENIC DISMAL CANAL TRAIL. THEN, GEAR UP FOR DISTANCE SERIES 2 AT FORT MONROE WITH A RUN/WALK OF 5 MILES. FINALLY, COMPLETE THE 10K FOR DISTANCE SERIES 3 AT THE DISMAL CANAL TRAIL.

FOR RUNNERS AIMING FOR A SLIGHTLY LONGER DISTANCE, THE HALF MARATHON CHALLENGE IS DESIGNED FOR YOU! DISTANCE SERIES 1 AND 3 ARE PART OF THE STRIDERS GRAND PRIX. TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS CHALLENGE, YOU WILL RUN/WALK A 10K FOR DISTANCE SERIES 1 AT THE BEAUTIFUL DISMAL CANAL TRAIL. THEN, BRACE YOURSELVES FOR DISTANCE SERIES 2 AT FORT MONROE WITH A RUN/WALK OF 10 MILES. DISTANCE SERIES 3 YOU WILL WALK/RUN A 20K

THE LONGEST DISTANCE, OUR MARATHON CHALLENGE, DISTANCES ARE A 10K, 15 MILES, AND 30K. ALSO, BE AWARE THAT DISTANCE SERIES 2'S 15-MILER EVENT IS A HAMPTON ROADS SUPER GRAND PRIX.

Races

  • Tidewater Striders Distance Series 5K Run @ Dismal Swamp Trail

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Premium Giveaway

    Sat 10th January 2026 (8:30AM EST)

    $43.40

    OPENS 10 SEP
    After race party is Tap It Local, 648 Grassfield Pkwy, #12, Chesapeake 23323 just 3 1/2 miles from the start/finish line in the Wal-Mart shopping center
  • Tidewater Striders Distance Series 10K Run @ Dismal Swamp Trail

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Premium Giveaway

    Sat 10th January 2026 (8:30AM EST)

    $54.00

    OPENS 10 SEP
    After race party is Tap It Local, 648 Grassfield Pkwy, #12, Chesapeake 23323 just 3 1/2 miles from the start/finish line in the Wal-Mart shopping center
  • Tidewater Striders Distance Series 10K Walk

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Premium Giveaway

    Sat 10th January 2026 (8:30AM EST)

    $54.00

    OPENS 10 SEP
    After race party is at Tap It Local, 648 Grassfield Pkwy, #12, Chesapeake 23323, just 3/12 miles from the start/finish line.
  • Tidewater Striders Distance Series 20K Walk

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Premium Giveaway

    Sat 10th January 2026 (8:30AM EST)

    $54.00

    OPENS 10 SEP
    After race party is Tap It Local, 648 Grassfield Pkwy, #12, Chesapeake 23323 just 3 1/2 miles from the start/finish line in the Wal-Mart shopping center
  • Tidewater Striders Distance Series 20K Run

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Premium Giveaway

    Sat 10th January 2026 (8:30AM EST)

    $54.00

    OPENS 10 SEP
    After race party is Tap It Local, 648 Grassfield Pkwy, #12, Chesapeake 23323 just 3 1/2 miles from the start/finish line in the Wal-Mart shopping center
  • Tidewater Striders Distance Series 5K Walk

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Premium Giveaway

    Sat 10th January 2026 (8:30AM EST)

    $43.40

    OPENS 10 SEP
    After race party is Tap It Local, 648 Grassfield Pkwy, #12, Chesapeake 23323 just 3 1/2 miles from the start/finish line in the Wal-Mart shopping center

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Location

Rest Stop at Mile Post 4, Chesapeake, Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake, 23322, VA, United States

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