Join us for the 2nd race of the Tidewater Strider Distance Series!
Event Options: 5 mile, 10 mile, 15 mile — Run and Race Walk Options
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Event Information
OVERVIEW:
Saturday, January 31, 2026
8:30AM start for everyone
Distance Options:
- 5 Mile
- 10 Mile
- 15 Mile — This distance qualifies for the Hampton Roads Super Grand Prix.
Race takes place throughout the beautiful and scenic Fort Monroe, in Hampton, Va.
Race day packet pickup will be at the Fort Monroe Community Center, 100 Stillwell Road, Fort Monroe, VA 23651 starting at 7:15 A.M. Start/finish line is just a short walk away.
For Strider Grand Prix Participants:
The 10 and 15 milers are part of the Tidewater Striders Grand Prix
Packet Pickup Information
Pre-Race Packet Pickup:
Location: Running Etc.
1940 Laskin Rd Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Date and Time:
Friday, January 30th — 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Race Day Packet Pickup:
Location: Fort Monroe Community Center
100 Stillwell Road, Fort Monroe, VA 23651.
There is a large parking lot surrounding the community center, start/finish line.
Post-Race Party:
Location: Paradise Ocean Club
490 Fenwick Road, Fort Monroe 23651
The Club is about 3/4 mile from the start/finish line
Time: 10:15 AM - 1:00 PM
Participants will be treated to hamburgers, hot dogs, beans, chips and beer.
Course Information
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 miles = 1 loop
10 miles = 2 loops
15 miles = 3 loops
Notice: Finish line closure is based on a 15 minute per mile and will close at 12:15 pm. All Participants will start at 8:30 am
If you are looking forward to this race, and want to continue the fun, don't forget to get registered for the 3rd Distance Race Series. Finish out your winter training cycle, or come out and join the fun!
In the final series event, choose to complete a 10k, 20k, or 30k.
Any questions? Contact us today!
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Race Location
Fort Monroe
100 Stillwell Rd
Fort Monroe, VA 23651 US
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Inclement Weather Notice:
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.
