Neptune’s 8K Race

Neptune’s 8K Race

Neptune’s 8K Race takes place on 09/25/2027 in Virginia Beach, VA at 3001 Atlantic Ave, near Neptune's Park at 31st Street. The event includes an 8K road race and a separate kids race called the Kids Crab Crawler.

The 8K course begins on Atlantic Avenue just outside Neptune's Park at 31st Street, proceeds north on Atlantic Avenue, turns at 37th Street, runs south around Rudee Loop, and then returns north to finish at 30th Street. A post-race party is held in Neptune's Park at 31st Street.

Registration details listed by the organizer:

• 8K registration opens 10/22/2026 and closes 03/31/2027; fee $40.00.
• Kids Crab Crawler registration opens 10/22/2026 and remains open until race day; fee $20.00.

Every runner receives a Neptune Festival T-shirt, a Neptune’s 8K Race finisher medal, course entertainment, one ticket to the International Sandsculpting Championship, and access to the post-race party, which includes pizza, beer, hard seltzer, non-alcoholic beverages, and a DJ.

The event is part of broader Boardwalk Weekend festivities that include an Art & Craft Show, the International Sandsculpting Championship, a Grand Parade, over 20 free concerts, Beach Yoga and Fitness experiences, and a family fun zone called Poseidon’s Playground. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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