24th ANNUAL NAACP GEORGE V. TANKARD, JR. MEMORIAL 5K Run/Walk AND 1 MILE FUN RUN
Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
A scenic 5K run/walk supporting the NAACP Scholarship Fund, featuring harbor views and a kids' fun run in charming Oak Bluffs.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- For a Cause
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- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyLace up for a scenic 5K run/walk through the charming streets of Oak Bluffs, offering picturesque views of the harbor and Vineyard Sound. This event is more than a race; it's a vibrant celebration of community and history. Your participation directly supports the Martha's Vineyard chapter of the NAACP and its Scholarship Fund, benefiting local high school seniors. A 1-mile fun run is also available for younger participants, making it a welcoming event for many.
What to expect
- Run a picturesque 5K through charming Oak Bluffs, circling the harbor with sweeping Vineyard Sound views.
- Support the NAACP Scholarship Fund for local high school seniors.
- Compete for awards in various age categories, or join the kids' 1-mile Fun Run.
Standout details
- Supports NAACP Scholarship Fund
- USATF-certified course
- Chance to win HOKA sneakers
- Kids' 1-mile Fun Run
Perks & features
- Awards
- USATF Certified
Awards
USATF CertifiedFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Course feel
A practical read on terrain, elevation, footing, and typical conditions.
Easier Day
Typical course trends
- Typically rolling
- Mostly paved footing
Distances & registration
2 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
1 Mile
1 option · closes Sep 18, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT
4mo 20d 14h 17m leftKids Fun Run
Closes Sep 18, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT · From $11.60
5K
1 option · closes Sep 18, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT
4mo 20d 14h 17m leftRoad Race
Closes Sep 18, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT · From $22.20
Built from public event details. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official event page before signing up.
From the organizer
Lace up for a scenic 5K with purpose!
Join us for a lively and picturesque 5K road race winding through the charming streets of Oak Bluffs, circling the harbor and East Chop, with sweeping views of Vineyard Sound. It’s more than just a race—it’s a celebration of community, history, and hope.
The day kicks off at 9:00 a.m. with a 1-mile Fun Run for kids 12 and under, starting from the Summercamp Hotel, just across from the Oak Bluffs harbor. At 9:30 a.m., the main event—the 5K Run/Walk—begins in scenic Ocean Park, in the heart of Oak Bluffs, guiding participants through a beautiful, USATF-certified course.
Prizes will be awarded after the race at Summercamp. Trophies will be awarded to the top male and female finishers, with medals presented to winners in various age categories.
This special event supports the Martha’s Vineyard chapter of the NAACP , founded in 1963—the Island’s oldest civil rights organization. Proceeds go directly to the NAACP Scholarship Fund, awarded to Martha’s Vineyard high school seniors who embody the spirit of civil rights, leadership, and good citizenship.
🎁 Special Bonus for All 5K Entrants! Thanks to the generosity of HOKA and The Green Room , everyone who registers for the 5K run/walk is automatically entered into a drawing to win one of six gift certificates for a pair of HOKA sneakers ! Winners will be selected at random from registered bib numbers and prizes will be awarded as gift certificates redeemable at The Green Room in Vineyard Haven.
🎟 Register now to secure your spot (and your chance to win)!
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