Delaware Distance Classic 15K
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Delaware Distance Classic 15K
The Delaware Distance Classic takes place on October 18, 2026, on the Wilmington, DE riverfront near Rosa Parks Dr. The event comprises a certified 15K road race that serves as a USATF 15K Championship and Grand Prix event, and a separate 5K run/walk on the boardwalk and riverfront that passes the DuPont Environmental Education Center.
The 15K race is described as mostly flat and certified, and features $1,100 in prize money with awards in 10 year age groups. Packet pickup is available at the start line on race morning and the day before at Delaware Running Co. in Greenville. Parking and porta potty locations are provided on an event map.
Registration and fees follow phased pricing. For the 15K, online registration opens November 28, 2025; listed fees are $50 through May 31, $60 through July 31, $70 through September 30, $75 through October 17, and $80 on race day. For the 5K, online registration opens April 17, 2026; listed fees are $20 through May 31, $25 through July 31, $30 through September 30, $35 through October 17, and $39 on race day. Online registration is noted to close on October 16. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
