Girls on the Run Hampton Roads 5K
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About the race
The Sparkle & Shine Disco 5K (3.1 miles) is a season-closing, celebratory event held on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at The Mariners' Museum in Newport News, VA. The event marks the end of the Girls on the Run program season and is described as a noncompetitive occasion that gives participants a concrete sense of accomplishment.
Registered participants who complete the 5K receive a medal, t-shirt, tote bag, and branded bandana. Registration for nonprogram participants includes a shirt, custom or fill in the blank bib, a medal, and a finish line snack; both early and late registration are listed at $40, with early registration offering a guaranteed shirt size until October 18. Program girls and coaches are pre-registered and will find bibs at their team meet up sign on the morning of the event.
The event emphasizes accessibility and safety: the course is described as accessible for people with disabilities, designated parking is available, every participant must wear a bib, and each program girl is paired with a 5K buddy who is at least 16 years old. Event materials note that course marshals and volunteers support the course and finish area. A virtual 5K option is available. Additional event features include merchandise at the GOTR Shop tent and an afterparty with a live band, food, and drinks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
