The American Legion First State 5K
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The American Legion First State 5k / 1 Mile walk
The event takes place on June 13, 2026, at Rail Haus Beer Garden on North West Street in Dover, Delaware. It offers multiple participation options and is organized with chip timing and published results.
Distance options include:
- 5K Run/Walk
- Competitive walking 5K, participants must walk the entire race; no running or jogging
- 1 Mile non competitive walk
- Kiddie K sprint, free
Registration and packet pickup are provided on event day. The 5K course is mapped on Plotaroute. Timing is managed by R2R Timing using the MYLAPS BibTag Timing System and results are posted online during and after the event. Race shirts, post race refreshments, a DJ, and small flags for distribution are listed as event amenities.
Awards are given for overall male and female and overall masters, scored by gun time, while other age group awards are scored by chip net time. Additional awards include top three in ten year age groups from 13 and under through 80 and over, top three male and female walkers, and recognitions for fastest male and fastest female veteran. Event photos are posted on the Races2Run Facebook page after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
