Cape Charles LOVE Run

Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 9:15 AM EDT

Location: Cape Charles, VA; 21 Bay Avenue, LOVE Sign, 23310
Type: RUN

At a glance

A vibrant, family-friendly run in historic Cape Charles featuring a color zone, Chesapeake Bay views, and a lively post-race celebration.

Fun
Scenic
Quirky

Who it's for

Family Friendly

Great for: families

Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course

Join the Cape Charles LOVE Run for a family-friendly experience through Historic Downtown Cape Charles, offering views overlooking the Chesapeake Bay. Choose from 1 Mile, 5K, or 10K timed events, with a unique option to run through a color zone. All participants receive a t-shirt, finisher medal, and access to a lively post-run party with music, snacks, and kids' activities. A free Kids' Dash and a Wheelchair Accessible Race ensure everyone can participate in this welcoming community event.

What to expect

Run or walk 1 Mile, 5K, or 10K through historic downtown, with views of the Chesapeake Bay.
Opt for the fun color zone, where you'll be sprayed with bright, safe colors.
Enjoy a post-run party with music, snacks, kids' activities, and a finisher medal.

Standout details

Color zone option available for all events
Post-run party with music and kids' activities
Finisher medal (4th in a series of 4)
Free Kids' Dash & Wheelchair Accessible Race

Perks & features

Medal

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Distances & registration

5 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 AM EDT · From $22.70
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 27, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
3.1 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 9:30 AM EDT · From $38.60
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 27, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
6.2 Miles
Sat, Apr 25, 9:15 AM EDT · From $49.20
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 27, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

+ 2 more options

200 Yards
Sat, Apr 25, 10:30 AM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
200 Yards
Sat, Apr 25, 10:30 AM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 25, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Flat
Family-oriented

From the organizer

Get some miles in at this family-friendly run/walk! Timed events: 5K, 10K or 1 mile options that will take you through Historic Downtown Cape Charles, overlooking the Chesapeake Bay.

Start times will be STAGGERED for the 1 Mile (9:00 AM), 10K (9:15 AM) and 5K (9:30 AM). All events require registration and include a t-shirt, timed event, post-run-party with music, kids' activities, snacks, and a finisher medal (4th in a series of 4).

Participants can opt to participate in the color zone and be sprayed with bright, fun, harmless, and environmentally safe colors. This color zone will be available for all events: 10k, 5k, and 1 mile.

A free Kids’ Dash (10 & under) will be organized on Bay Avenue at the conclusion of the other events, so round up those kiddos and bring them along!

We will also have our third annual Wheelchair Accessible Race!

Participants in the Kids' Dash and Wheelchair Race will receive a prize medal, which is different than the 1-Mile, 5K & 10K finisher medal.

Packet pickup will be open on Friday, April 24, from 4:00 - 7:00 PM at the Cape Charles Civic Center. Day-of packet pickup will be at the beach gazebo from 7:45 - 8:45 AM. Race registration will also be available on the day of the LOVE Run.

Stick around after the race to explore Cape Charles and our local businesses! Click here to plan your trip!

Cape Charles LOVE Run

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Distances & registration

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