11th Annual Chas Foundation 5K and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk
Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 8:15 AM EDT
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- Run
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Race feel
Run a scenic, flat course for a great cause, then enjoy post-race treats and a brewery meet-up in Suffolk.
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Beginner FriendlyPast race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Comfortable field
178 5K finishers in 2023. A manageable crowd with enough runners for company on course.
Typical finish
31:21
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Speedy front
There is real pace up front, even if the overall field is broad. Front-group read: 18:54.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 49% women and 51% men in rows with usable gender data.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2023, this looks like a comfortable field: 178 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 31:21. The quicker front of the field averaged about 18:54. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2023 | 178 | 31:21 | 34:50 | 18:54 | 16:00 / 19:03 |
| 5K | 2022 | 173 | 40:00 | 40:58 | 20:11 | 16:30 / 18:04 |
Last summary update: Apr 30, 2026
From the organizer
A charity fundraiser event now in its 11th year benefiting local initiatives to improve delivery of mental health care in the Hampton Roads area. The race is a certified fast out and back 5K course and a 1-mile Fun Run that courses through the scenic Harbour View area of Suffolk that runs alongside a golf course and passes several beautiful lakes. Race bling includes an awesome custom short sleeve tech running shirt for the first 250 participants guaranteed shirt size before July 19, 2025. Shirt order will be placed on 07/19/2025 after 12:00 noon . Easy parking available. This race has something for everyone from elite runners to walkers. Coffee and donuts served after the race. Please join us for an "After race Meet - Up at" M o Mac Brewery for $3.10 pints, located at 3228 Academy Ave. Portsmouth, VA. 23703
PLACE Towne Bank University, 6009 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23435
DESCRIPTION Course: Start and finish areas are located at Towne Bank University Race Route is a certified scenic, flat, paved 5K and 1 mile course that meanders through neighborhood streets along a golf course with a water stop and course marshals
BENEFIT: Proceeds from the race will be used by the Chas Foundation to improve access to local mental health care. Board members will be on site to answer any questions and explain ongoing programs this race supports.
Pre - Race Packet Pickup: Friday, September 5th 3:00PM - 6:00PM M o Mac Brewery 3228 Academy Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Race Day Schedule of Events:
September 6th: 7:30 AM - Race Day Packet Pickup/Registration 8:00 AM - Opening Ceremonies 8:15 AM 1-mile Fun run/walk Race 8:45 AM - 5K (3.1 miles) Race 9:30 AM - Award ceremony
9:45 AM - Finish Line Closes
AWARDS:
5K - The top 3 Overall male and female will receive an award. 1st overall male and female Masters will receive an award. The top 3 male and female finishers in 10 yr. age groups: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70-99 will receive an award. There are no awards given in the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk.
RACE SWAG: Great race swag for both events includes an awesome short sleeve "tech" running shirt for the first 250 before July 19, 2025. Shirt order will be placed on 07/19/2025 after 12:00 noon.
Swag Included