Lover's Lane Valentine Boardwalk 5k
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Event details
The 4th Annual Lover's Lane Valentine Boardwalk 5k takes place on February 14, 2026 in Rehoboth Beach, DE. The event is hosted by the Seashore Striders and is centered at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand, 1 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Registration pricing is tiered: $30 for early registration through February 8, $35 for the race week period, and $40 for race-day "last chance" registration. A free kids 1/4 mile "Cupid" fun run is offered with no registration required and no event t-shirt; the kids run covers 200 m north on the boardwalk and 200 m back to the finish.
Course, rules and services
The course is an out-and-back route of 5k (3.11 miles) from the boardwalk at Rehoboth Avenue north to the turn-around near Gordon's Pond at Cape Henlopen State Park. Chip timing will be used with the Chronotrack system. Awards are given for overall male and female, masters male and female, and the top three finishers in 10-year age groups from 9 & under to 70 & over. Race amenities include long-sleeve cotton race shirts for pre-registered participants, refreshments, chocolate, and bagels when available. Parking will be on Rehoboth Avenue with meters not in effect. The event has a no-refund policy, with options to transfer entries, donate fees to local charities or the youth running program, or defer to a future event. Course rules require participants to follow marked arrows and cones, stay on the road where directed, and note that bikes, non-registered runners, and two-ear headphone use are not allowed or are discouraged for safety. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.