Tidewater Striders 2026 Distance Series #2
- Date Sat 31st January 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Fort Monroe, Virginia
- Price $48.70 - $64.60
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 10 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of racing at the Tidewater Striders 2026 Distance Series #2 on Saturday, January 31, 2026! Taking place at the stunning Fort Monroe in Hampton, Virginia, this event features three exhilarating race distances: 5 miles, 10 miles, and 15 miles, all starting at 8:30 AM. Participants will enjoy a scenic course that takes runners over the iconic moat bridge, looping through the historic inner fort, and offering breathtaking views of the coastline along Mercury Blvd.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, there's a distance for everyone. The 5-mile race features a single loop, while the 10-mile and 15-mile runners will take on two and three loops, respectively. After crossing the finish line, join the post-race celebration at Paradise Ocean Club, just a short walk away, where you can indulge in delicious food and beverages from 10:15 AM to 1:00 PM. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to kick off your year with a fun-filled day of fitness and community at Fort Monroe!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, there's a distance for everyone. The 5-mile race features a single loop, while the 10-mile and 15-mile runners will take on two and three loops, respectively. After crossing the finish line, join the post-race celebration at Paradise Ocean Club, just a short walk away, where you can indulge in delicious food and beverages from 10:15 AM to 1:00 PM. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to kick off your year with a fun-filled day of fitness and community at Fort Monroe!
Organiser's Description
EVENT OVERVIEW:
5 MILE, 10 MILE & 15 MILE SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2026 8:30AM START FOR EVERYONE.
RACE COURSE:
JANUARY 31ST IS AT FORT MONROE, HAMPTON VA 23651. WITH A GORGEOUS SCENIC COURSE WHICH WILL TAKE YOU OVER THE MOAT BRIDGE AND LOOP INSIDE THE INNER FORT CONTINUE OFF BASE AND OVER THE MERCURY BLVD. BRIDGE AND THEN BACK TO THE BASE WITH MORE SCENIC VIEWS OF THE BASE AND COASTLINE. 5 MILERS WILL RUN/WALK 1 LOOP, 10 MILERS WILL RUN/WALK 2 LOOPS, 15 MILERS 3 LOOPS. FINISH LINE CLOSURE IS BASED ON A 15 MINUTE PER MILE AND WILL CLOSE AT 12:15. EVERYONE STARTS AT 8:30.
AFTER RACE PARTY:
WILL BE AT PARADISE OCEAN CLUB, 490 FENWICK ROAD, FORT MONROE 23651 STARTING AT 10:15 AM - 1:00 PM. THE CLUB IS ABOUT 3/4 MILE FROM THE START/FINISH LINE. PARTICIPANTS WILL BE TREATED TO HAMBURGERS, HOT DOGS, BEANS, CHIPS AND BEER.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP FOR DISTANCE SERIES 2 WILL BE AT THE START/FINISH LINE. THERE IS A LARGE PARKING LOT SURROUNDING THE START/FINISH LINE. WE WILL BE AT RUNNING ETC. HILLTOP FRIDAY, JANUARY 30TH FROM 4:00 TO 6:00 PM
INCLEMENT WEATHER: THE RACE DIRECTOR AND THE TIDEWATER STRIDERS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CANCEL OR RESCHEDULE OR ADJUST DISTANCES AS NEEDED IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY OR ACCESS RESTRICTIONS TO THE VENUE. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS BUT WE WILL TRY AND RESCHEDULE.
GRAND PRIX: THE 10 AND 15 MILERS ARE PART OF THE TIDEWATER STRIDERS GRAND PRIX
IF YOU WANT TO REGISTER FOR DISTANCE SERIES 3, CLICK HERE
HTTPS://RUNSIGNUP.COM/TIDEWATERSTRIDERSDISTANCESERIES3 [https://runsignup.com/tidewaterstridersdistanceseries3]
_ 15 MILER FOR DISTANCE SERIES 2 ONLY IS A HAMPTON ROADS SUPER GRAND PRIX_
5 MILE, 10 MILE & 15 MILE SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2026 8:30AM START FOR EVERYONE.
RACE COURSE:
JANUARY 31ST IS AT FORT MONROE, HAMPTON VA 23651. WITH A GORGEOUS SCENIC COURSE WHICH WILL TAKE YOU OVER THE MOAT BRIDGE AND LOOP INSIDE THE INNER FORT CONTINUE OFF BASE AND OVER THE MERCURY BLVD. BRIDGE AND THEN BACK TO THE BASE WITH MORE SCENIC VIEWS OF THE BASE AND COASTLINE. 5 MILERS WILL RUN/WALK 1 LOOP, 10 MILERS WILL RUN/WALK 2 LOOPS, 15 MILERS 3 LOOPS. FINISH LINE CLOSURE IS BASED ON A 15 MINUTE PER MILE AND WILL CLOSE AT 12:15. EVERYONE STARTS AT 8:30.
AFTER RACE PARTY:
WILL BE AT PARADISE OCEAN CLUB, 490 FENWICK ROAD, FORT MONROE 23651 STARTING AT 10:15 AM - 1:00 PM. THE CLUB IS ABOUT 3/4 MILE FROM THE START/FINISH LINE. PARTICIPANTS WILL BE TREATED TO HAMBURGERS, HOT DOGS, BEANS, CHIPS AND BEER.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP FOR DISTANCE SERIES 2 WILL BE AT THE START/FINISH LINE. THERE IS A LARGE PARKING LOT SURROUNDING THE START/FINISH LINE. WE WILL BE AT RUNNING ETC. HILLTOP FRIDAY, JANUARY 30TH FROM 4:00 TO 6:00 PM
INCLEMENT WEATHER: THE RACE DIRECTOR AND THE TIDEWATER STRIDERS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CANCEL OR RESCHEDULE OR ADJUST DISTANCES AS NEEDED IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY OR ACCESS RESTRICTIONS TO THE VENUE. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS BUT WE WILL TRY AND RESCHEDULE.
GRAND PRIX: THE 10 AND 15 MILERS ARE PART OF THE TIDEWATER STRIDERS GRAND PRIX
IF YOU WANT TO REGISTER FOR DISTANCE SERIES 3, CLICK HERE
HTTPS://RUNSIGNUP.COM/TIDEWATERSTRIDERSDISTANCESERIES3 [https://runsignup.com/tidewaterstridersdistanceseries3]
_ 15 MILER FOR DISTANCE SERIES 2 ONLY IS A HAMPTON ROADS SUPER GRAND PRIX_
Races
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5 Mile Run
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Sat 31st January 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$48.70
After party is at Paradise Ocean Club, 490 Fenwick Rd. Fort Monroe, 23651. Just 3/4 mile from the finish line. -
10 Mile Run
Incl. $4.60 Fee
Sat 31st January 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$64.60
After party is at Paradise Ocean Club, 490 Fenwick Rd. Fort Monroe, 23651. Just 3/4 mile from the finish line. -
15 Mile Run
Incl. $4.60 Fee
Sat 31st January 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$64.60
After party is at Paradise Ocean Club, 490 Fenwick Rd. Fort Monroe, 23651. Just 3/4 mile from the finish line. -
5 Mile Competitive Race Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Sat 31st January 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$48.70
After party is at Paradise Ocean Club, 490 Fenwick Rd. Fort Monroe, 23651. Just 3/4 mile from the finish line. -
10 Mile Competitive Race Walk
Incl. $4.60 Fee
Sat 31st January 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$64.60
After party is at Paradise Ocean Club, 490 Fenwick Rd. Fort Monroe, 23651. Just 3/4 mile from the finish line. -
15 Mile Competitive Race Walk
Incl. $4.60 Fee
Sat 31st January 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$64.60
After party is at Paradise Ocean Club, 490 Fenwick Rd. Fort Monroe, 23651. Just 3/4 mile from the finish line.
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