Coast Guard Race 15K
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Coast Guard Race - Portsmouth, VA
The Coast Guard Race is an annual waterfront running event held at Festival Park in Portsmouth, Virginia. The 2026 edition takes place on August 1 and marks the twelfth running of the event. The course follows the Portsmouth waterfront along the Elizabeth River and passes docked Coast Guard vessels and the city’s historic riverfront.
The event offers multiple race distances and draws participants from across Hampton Roads, including local running clubs and military fitness groups. It is organized as a community event that honors Coast Guard members and their families. Proceeds support local Coast Guard family programs and community initiatives in the Portsmouth area.
Race pricing is tiered by registration period, with listed Winter Special, Early, and Regular entry fees, and an active Coast Guard discount. Festival Park’s central waterfront location places the event near Norfolk and within Portsmouth’s summer waterfront calendar of outdoor activities.
Distances:
- 5K
- 10K
- 15K
The overall tone of the event is community oriented, with live music noted at past editions and an emphasis on recognizing service and family support within the Coast Guard community. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
