Sandhill Summer Countdown 5k Run/Walk
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Inaugural Sandhill Summer Countdown 5k Run/Walk : event overview
The Inaugural Sandhill Summer Countdown is a 5k run/walk held on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in Georgetown, Delaware. The event takes place at Sandhill Fields, located at 20330 Sandhill Rd, Georgetown, DE 19947. Sandhill Fields is a 57-acre sports complex with sports fields and scenic walking trails. The event is presented by the Seashore Striders in partnership with the Sandhill Sports Foundation.
Distances
- 5k Run/Walk
Registration, timing and awards
Registration is available online through RunSignup or by mail using the Seashore Striders entry form. Posted fees are $30 early registration through February 8, $35 pre-registration from February 9 through February 20, and $40 for last-chance race-day registration. Participants registered by Tuesday, February 17 are guaranteed a t-shirt; later registrations receive shirts on a first-come basis. Mail-in entries may be sent to Seashore Striders, 9 Gander Lane, Lewes, DE 19958.
Timing and event services will be provided by Seashore Strider Event Production using the Chronotrack B Chip system. Event amenities include a produced finish line, custom printed t-shirts, and custom awards. Awards will be presented to overall male and female champions, overall male and female masters (40+), and the top three male and female finishers in these age categories: 9 & under; 10-13; 14-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 & over. Awards not claimed at the ceremony may be picked up locally or shipped for a $10 postage fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.