Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges!

About the Event

Come join us in this historic event along the scenic coastline of Delaware, our First State, to support our Wounded Warriors and Homeless Veterans. The event is OPEN TO ALL! Our vision is to bring our military and civilian communities together to build stronger relationships. The race will encompass trails on the beautiful Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes, Delaware. All races start and finish at the same location.

ALL THREE RACES ARE USATF CERTIFIED

Beginning at the American Legion, Post 17, Lewes. Participants will travel through Cape Henlopen State Park and the historic Fort Miles. The event is divided into a 5k, 10K and Half Marathon Challenges. Participants are able to choose to compete in a Run, Race-Walk and Heavy March (Trail race with 15lb. pack).

Packet pickup will be done on Friday, May 7th, at American Legion Post 17, Lewes, DE (113 American Legion Road), from 5pm – 8pm. Between 6pm-8pm the Post will have a LIVE BAND! Food and beverages available the entire time. Come out, get your packet, hang out, and meet some our staff and fellow participants! DAY OF PICKUP! You can also do packet pick up the day of the event starting at 6:30am near the starting line. Opening Ceremonies are at 8:00am. The races will launch one after the other. The time is determined by the race timers (RACES2RUN). The Half Marathon will launch at approximately 8:15am, 10K launches next, followed by the 5k. PLEASE BE IN PLACE AT 8:00am.

5k - https://youtu.be/Ii4pTjKVvNA
10K - https://youtu.be/omFXv6_ftVU
HALF MARATHON - https://youtu.be/_gJ14b_SRg4

The event has three major components: Competition, Education, and Celebration. The race through the state parks and beaches of Delaware is a competition for all levels and will honor the men and women who have sacrificed for our freedoms in the Middle East. The finish line will encompass the other components. With the assistance of volunteers, a Middle East Historical Exhibit will be available for everyone to enjoy. This walk-through history will help connect our communities with the military members attending the event. Lastly, there will be a “Celebration of Warriors” with local vendors will be available from 8:30am – 3pm. Live bands will start at 10:00am and play until 3pm. Stay, enjoy the celebration, and connect with people, military and civilian, from across the United State of America.

Everyone pre-registered by May 3, 2026 will be guaranteed an event t-shirt at check-in. Everyone racing will receive a race medallion when they cross the finish line and will leave with the knowledge of participating in an event which truly supports and honors our Veterans! Our women and men deployed to the Middle East do not stop due to the weather; so, rain or shine (not to including weather which makes the environment unsafe to be outside), come out and enjoy our race and festivities. For more details and the rules of the race, check us out at Race4Warriors.org. On behalf of myself and our Board of Directors, made up of all retired Chief Master Sergeant First Sergeants, thank you for considering joining the Race4Warriors!

CMSgt (Ret) First Sergeant Michael Bellerose
Race4Warriors Founder/CEO

Races Offered

10 Race-Walk Challenge

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 10K

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08:00

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$30.00

10K Heavy March Challenge

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 10K

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$30.00

10K Run Challenge

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 10K

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$30.00

5K Run Challenge

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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$25.00

5k Heavy March Challenge

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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$25.00

5k Race Walk Challange

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 5K

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$25.00

Half Marathon Heavy March Challenge

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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$60.00

Half Marathon Race Walk Challenge

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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$60.00

Half Marathon Run Challenge

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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$60.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Lewes.

thermostat Temperature

13.8° / 20.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

11.3° / 19.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 10m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

15.0 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

76.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:47

nightlight Sunset

20:06

About Lewes

Learn more about the host city, Lewes.

Lewes is a city in Delaware along the Delaware Bay in Sussex County near the Atlantic Ocean. It offers the visitor several beaches and historical sites.