Cookie Classic Run

Event overview

The Cookie Classic Run is the 12th annual Girl Scouts running event held in Chesapeake, Virginia, on Saturday, January 17, 2026. The event takes place at the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail start (street address: 1246 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake, VA 23322), by the "Chessie the Bear" statue. Distances are out-and-back on flat asphalt along the trail. The event is described as family-friendly and celebrates Girl Scouts and their supporters.

Event details

Distances

• 1 mile (Samoa Stroll)
• 5K (Trefoil Trek)
• 10K (Tagalong)
• Virtual 5K (Do-Si-Don't Show)

Features and participant items

• Chipped timing for in-person participants
• Digital professional photos available free of charge
• Finisher certificates
• T-shirt and finisher gift(s) for registrants
• Patch for 1 mile finishers
• Medals for 5K and 10K finishers; age and gender place awards for 5K and 10K
• In-person finishers who register by 10/15/2025 receive a guaranteed choice of a full-sized box of Girl Scout cookies; T-shirt size and name on the back design are guaranteed for completed registrations by 11/1/2025
• Virtual 5K participants do not receive a box of cookies but will receive finisher gift(s), a medal, T-shirt, and race bib mailed on 1/16/2026 or 1/17/2026

Logistics and access Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

• Directions are provided for driving from nearby areas; participants are warned not to use map apps that route to the Ballahack Boat Ramp. Four-legged companions are not allowed unless they are certified service animals.

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