Join us in Gloucester Point on the VIMS & Batten School campus for the inaugural River & Bay 5K! Hosted by William & Mary's VIMS & Batten School, this family-friendly community event is an opportunity for runners, walkers and science enthusiasts of all ages to experience our scenic campus along the York River.
Open to the public, the race includes a timed 5K, a 1-Mile Fun Run, and awards for top finishers (and a special Halloween costume competition to celebrate the day!). Stick around after the race to learn about our cutting-edge scientific research with interactive exhibits, hands-on activities for kids, oyster tastings, and more!
Whether you're racing for a personal best, enjoying a fun morning with family or discovering how our science for solutions impacts coastal communities and marine ecosystems, there's something for everyone.
Oct 31, 2026
Distance — 1.6K
Type — Running
09:00
$20.00
Oct 31, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:30
$35.00
Oct 31, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
09:30
$35.00
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Learn more about the host city, Gloucester Point.
Gloucester Point is a census-designated place (CDP) in Gloucester County, Virginia, United States. As of the 2020 census, Gloucester Point had a population of 10,587. It is home to the College of William & Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science, a graduate school for the study of oceanography.
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