The American Legion First State 5k / 1 Mile walk

About the Event

The American Legion First State 5k / 1 Mile walk takes place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 8:35 AM EDT at Rail Haus Beer Garden (North West Street, Dover, Delaware). This "Run the Road to Democracy" event features a 5K run/walk, competitive walking 5K, 1-mile non-competitive walk, and a free Kiddie K Sprint.

5K Run/Walk
Start: 8:35 AM • Chip timed with MYLAPS BibTag Timing System

Competitive Walking 5K
For competitive walkers only — no running, no jogging, no exceptions

1 Mile Non-Competitive Walk
Start: 8:35 AM • Casual, untimed walking category

Kiddie K Sprint
Start: 8:30 AM • Free • For young children

Event Logistics & Participant Information:

Registration & Packet Pickup: Opens at 7:30 AM on race day.
Location: Rail Haus Beer Garden, North West Street, Dover, Delaware.
Course: 5K course map available on plotaroute.com (route #3245121).
Post-Race Refreshments: Provided (details to come).
DJ: Live music and entertainment at the venue.
Small Flags: Handed out to participants.
Timing: R2R Timing using MYLAPS BibTag Timing System.
Results: Posted online during and after the race.
Photos: Posted on Races2Run Facebook page following the event.
Contact: Sophia Gonser via Race Roster platform.
Volunteer Opportunities: Available for the event.

Swag, Awards & Community Impact:

Race Shirts: Provided to registrants.
Overall Awards: Top male/female (gun time). Top male/female masters (gun time).
Age Group Awards: Top 3 male/female in 10-year age groups from 13 & under through 80 & over (chip/net time).
Walker Awards: Top 3 male and female competitive walkers.
Veteran Awards: Fastest male veteran and fastest female veteran.
Kiddie K Sprint: Free for young children.
Theme: "Run the Road to Democracy" — presented by The American Legion.
Venue: Rail Haus Beer Garden provides post-race gathering space.
Teams & Gift Registrations: Available for group participation and donations.
Community Support: Benefits American Legion programs and initiatives.

The American Legion First State 5k / 1 Mile walk on June 13, 2026, in Dover, Delaware, invites runners, competitive walkers, families, and veterans to the Rail Haus Beer Garden — with chip timing, age group awards, a free Kiddie K Sprint, and post-race refreshments.

Races Offered

1 Mile Non-Competitive Walk

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 1.6K

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08:30

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$39.03

5K Registration Run / Walk

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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08:30

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$44.35

COMPETITIVE WALKING 5K

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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08:30

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$44.35

Kiddie K SPRINT

Jun 13, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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08:30

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Free

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Dover.

thermostat Temperature

18.4° / 27.9°

wb_sunny Feels like

18.1° / 28.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 16m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

69.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:35

nightlight Sunset

20:28

About Dover

Learn more about the host city, Dover.

Dover is the capital of Delaware. It is in the central part of the state in Kent County, approximately midway between Wilmington and Rehoboth Beach. Dover is home to several historic sites and recreational areas are nearby.