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
Participants can experience the scenic Dismal Canal Trail and the historic Fort Monroe while competing in these exciting races. To add to the excitement, all finishers will receive a special commemorative medal upon completing all three events in their chosen challenge. Plus, this year introduces some exciting changes to the distances, ensuring a fresh experience for returning participants. Donβt miss out on this incredible opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy a vibrant running community! Be sure to register before October 10th to take advantage of last year's pricing and secure your spot in this unforgettable series.
Organiser's Description
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 2 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
FOR THOSE AIMING FOR OUR LONGEST DISTANCES, OUR MARATHON CHALLENGE IS FOR YOU. YOU'LL WALK OR RUN A 20K (12.4 MILES) AT THE SCENIC DISMAL SWAMP CANAL, FOLLOWED BY WALKING OR RUNNING 15 MILES AT THE BEAUTIFUL FORT MONROE AND CULMINATING WITH A 30K (18.6) MILE WALK OR RUN BACK AT THE DISMAL SWAMP CANAL. THE FORT MONROE 15-MILER IS ALSO DESIGNATED AS A HAMPTON ROADS SUPER GRAND PRIX EVENT.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SIGN UP FOR DS2, CLICK HERE:
HTTPS://RUNSIGNUP.COM/TIDEWATERSTRIDERSDISTANCESERIES2 [https://runsignup.com/tidewaterstridersdistanceseries2]
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SIGN UP FOR DS3, CLICK HERE:
HTTPS://RUNSIGNUP.COM/TIDEWATERSTRIDERSDISTANCESERIES3 [https://runsignup.com/tidewaterstridersdistanceseries3]
EXCITING NEWS! WEVE HEARD MANY OF OUR DS RACE PARTICIPANTS INQUIRE AS TO WHETHER WELL OFFER A LIGHTWEIGHT JACKET AS A PREMIUM EVER AGAIN. WE LISTENED AND WERE THRILLED TO OFFER ONE FOR THIS YEAR'S PREMIUM FOR ONLY $25.00. YOU CAN PURCHASE ONE DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS. WE HOPE YOU LIKE IT AS MUCH AS WE DO.
REGISTER BEFORE OCTOBER 10TH TO ENJOY LAST YEAR'S PRICES
PACKET PICKUP WILL BE THE FRIDAY BEFORE EACH EVENT FROM 4 TO 6 PM AT RUNNING ETC. HILLTOP LOCATION AND RACE MORNING FROM 7:15 AM TO 8:20 AM.
Races
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Tidewater Striders Distance Series 5K Run @ Dismal Swamp Trail
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Premium Giveaway
Sat 10th January 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$43.40
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
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. $3.40 Fee & Premium Giveaway
Sat 10th January 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$43.40
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. $3.40 Fee & Premium Giveaway
Sat 10th January 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$43.40
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
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
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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Rest Stop at Mile Post 4, Chesapeake, Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake, 23322, VA, United States
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Tidewater Striders 2026 Distance Series# 1- 5k, 10K, 20K