Allen Stone Braveheart Memorial Races
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Event Overview
The Allen Stone Braveheart Memorial Races take place on a Saturday in July at 31st Street Park in Virginia Beach. The event was first held in 1999 as a run-swim-run race to benefit the American Heart Association. It was later renamed in memory of Allen Stone, a local Navy SEAL who participated in and won his age group in the initial race before passing away in a training accident.
Event Format
The event offers three different race formats:
- Allen Stone Run-Swim-Run
- Allen Stone 5K Run/Walk
- Allen Stone 1 Mile Kids Run/Walk
Charitable Impact
The event raises funds for several charities, including the Navy SEAL Foundation, Virginia Beach Volunteer Rescue Squad, and the Virginia Beach Lifesaving Association. Since its inception, it has raised over one million dollars for these organizations. The event also serves to honor military personnel and first responders who have lost their lives.
Location
The races are held at 31st Street Park, with the address listed as 3001 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
