5K, 10K, Half & Full Marathons
- 5k races
Name City Date Website Run the Goat Again 5k Runners will be challenged as they run through city parks and the Riverwalk of Milford. Terrain is a mix of paved paths and gravel road. All participants will receive a shirt, post race food and 1 beer (for runners over 21). This is an evening race and begins at 6:45pm.see more detailsMilford 16 August 2019 Run the Goat Again 5k Run, White and Blue 5k Delaware Technical Community College will host the Run, White and Blue 5k to benefit the college's Scholarships for Veterans and First Responders. Make sure to stick around for the post race cook out and family friendly activities. Race begins at 6pm and is walker friendly. All participants will receive a shirt. Participants will meet at the Jack F. Owens Campus.see more detailsGeorgetown 5 September 2019 Run, White and Blue 5k Faithful Friends 5k Join Faithful Friends Animal Society for this dog-friendly 5k race! This cross country race will be held at the scenic Bellevue State Park. First 400 registrants will receive a shirt and first 500 registrants will receive a swag bag. There will be post race food and drink for participants. Race begins at 10am.see more detailsWilmington 29 September 2019 Faithful Friends 5k Run/Walk Run for Betty Dolphin Dash 5k The Seashore Striders will host the 10th annual Run for Betty Dolphin Dash race. Runners will begin and finish at Shields Elementary School. The course is flat and fast and will loop around highland acres and blockhouse pond. Proceeds benefit the Betty Gooch Scholarship. Race begins at 5:30pm.see more detailsLewes 5 October 2020 Run for Betty Dolphin Dash 5k Believe in Tomorrow 5k Runners will be treated to beautiful ocean views at the finish line of the Believe in Tomorrow 5k! Participants will run through the town of Bethany and finish at the Bandstand on the Bethany beach boardwalk. There will be a post race party with food and family friendly activities. Registered participants will receive a shirt. Race starts at 8:30am.see more detailsBethany 18 July 2019 Believe in Tomorrow 5k Harvest Hustle 5k Get in the fall spirit at the Harvest Hustle 5k! This flat and fast course features views of apple and peach orchards, farmland and beautiful fall scenery. No pets allowed at this event. Participants will receive a Harvest Hustle race shirt. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society of Delaware. Race begins at 8am.see more detailsCamden-Wyoming 26 October 2019 Harvest Hustle 5k About 5k races
A 5k is the shortest of the common running event distances, consisting of 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). These events can either be competitive or social, depending on the particular one you are looking into. They are the most popular of road running events because of their relatively short distance which allows not only the seasoned runners to run, but novice runners, joggers and new-comers as well.
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We checked what events runners looked for the most and we compared statistics on how many runners held interest in any given event. Feedback left by runners who participated in the course was also considered. Other factors included how long the course has been around, the bling and medals, what runners thought of them and how scenic the course is.
What are the best 5Ks on the coast of Delaware?
There are many to choose from here as Delaware is host to many 5k races throughout it's many beach communities. Some of these are charity events for fundraising, some fun runs and others racing events but it all comes down to the runners. Some of the notable 5k running events include the Boooo-B-Que 5k Run, the Run for Betty Dolphin Dash 5k and the Believe in Tomorrow 5k. These are just a few of the many 5K events on the coast.
- 10k races
Name City Date Website Great Wyoming Buffalo Stampede 10k Run on country roads and through orchards in the Great Wyoming Buffalo Stampede! Runners begin and finish at Wyoming Park. At the finish line, participants will receive a cold towel and get to visit the spray tent to cool down from this summer 5k. Fruit and water will be available to all participants. Race begins at 8am.see more detailsWyoming 13 July 2019 Great Wyoming Buffalo Stampede Dewey Beach Patrol 10k Runners begin and finish at The Ivy at Dewey Beach and will be treated to post race food and beer for runners over 21. All finishers will receive a medal. Registered runners will also receive a shirt. A part of the proceeds go to the Dewey Beach Patrol Competition Team. Race begins at 8am.see more detailsDewey Beach 24 August 2019 Dewey Beach Patrol 10k Half Way to St. Patrick's Day 10k If you love St. Patrick's Day, celebrate by running the Half Way to St. Patrick's Day 10k! There will be post race Irish food, drink and music at Deer Park Tavern. Participants will receive a custom bib and a long sleeve tech shirt. Race begins at Amstel Avenue at 9:00am.see more detailsNewark 8 September 2019 Half Way to St. Patrick's Day 5k and 10k Run for the Buds Join runners for this 9th annual race at Rockford Park in Wilmington. All runners will receive a tech shirt and medal. Post race festivities include live music and a free beer garden for runners overs 21. Race begins at 10:30am. There is also a 5k run/walk and a 1k.see more detailsWilmington 10 November 2019 Run for the Buds Herring Point 10k Run the trails at the beautiful Cape Henlopen State Park in this 10k race! Course features views of the Atlantic Ocean, Gordons Pond, grassy marshes, sand dunes and more. There will be water stations on course and post race refreshments. All runners will receive a tech shirt. Race begins at 9:00am.see more detailsLewes 13 October 2019 Herring Point 5k & 10k About 10k races
A 10k is one of the most common running event distances, consisting of 6.2 miles (10 kilometers). These events can either be competitive or more for fun, depending on the particular one you are looking into. They are twice the distance of the 5k and still relatively short in distance. Less runners tend to participate then the 5k, but these events still get a lot of not only seasoned runners, but novice runners and joggers in attendance.
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We checked what events runners looked for the most and we compared statistics on how many runners held interest in any given event. Feedback left by runners who participated in the course was also considered. Other factors included how long the course has been around, the bling and medals, what runners thought of them and how scenic the course is.
What are the best 10Ks in the Wilmington area?
There are many 10K races to choose from in the Wilmington area as the many communities and neighborhoods of the city host race events. Some of these are charity events for fundraising, some fun runs and others racing events but it all comes down to the runners. Some of the notable 10k running events include the Half Way to St. Patrick's Day 10k, the Run for the Buds and the Run Inspired 10k. These are just a few of the many available events.
- Half marathons
Name City Date Website Triple Crown Trail Festival Half Marathon Runners are sure to be challenged in this hilly half marathon in White Clay Creek State Park. Course is mostly single track with 8 aid stations. Runners will run through White Clay Creek twice! Race begins at 7:30am. First 100 half marathon finishers will receive a "Runnin' Dawg" mug. Pre-registered runners will receive a shirt. Post race food including the "Surviviors' BBQ" begins at 10:00am.see more detailsNewark 29 April 2020 Triple Crown Trail Festival Independence Series Day 1 Half Marahton This walker-friendly half marathon takes place at Lums Pond State Park. Races begin at 6:00am but there is an early start option. There is no time limit. There will be a free pasta dinner at packet pickup. Runners will receive a shirt and finishers medal.see more detailsBear 18 June 2019 Mainly Marathons Monster Mash Half Marathon Put on your Halloween costume and join runners in the 7th annual Monster Mash Half Marathon! All participants will receive free food, beer and post race massage. Showers and changing rooms will be available at the Dover YMCA. Race begins at 7:00am and there is a 4 hour time limit. Finishers will receive a medal. Race benefits the Wounded Warrior Project.see more detailsDover 19 October 2019 Monster Mash Marathon C&O Canal Half Marathon This race starts and finishes at the Biddle Point trail head and is run on the newly paved Michael N. Castle C&D Canal Trail. This course highlights include historic bridges, working tugs and freighters from around the world. Participants will receive a shirt and finishers medal. Race begins at 8:00am.see more detailsNew Castle 17 November 2019 C&O Canal Half Marathon Rehoboth Beach Half Marathon Runners will begin at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand and run a flat, scenic 13.1 miles. Runners will receive a tech shirt and finishers will receive a medal. Post race food and drink will be available to all participants. Water and Gatorade will be every 2 miles on course and GU energy gel at mile 5. Race begins at 7:00am and has a 7 hour time limit.see more detailsRehoboth Beach 7 December 2019 Rehoboth Beach Marathon Trap Pond Half Marathon If you are looking for a half marathon on the trails, check out the Trap Pond Half! This half marathon course will be on Loblolly Trail at Trap Pond State Park. Runners will make 3 clockwise loops. All finishers will receive a medal. Registered runners will receive a short sleeve shirt. There will be three aid stations on course with a variety of food and drink . Race starts at 7:45am.see more detailsLaurel 19 April 2020 Trap Pond 50k Delaware Half Marathon Participants will run Downtown Wilmington and through the Brandywine Park on the Brandywine River. Runners will begin and finish at the Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park. There will be a post race party with live music, vendors and family friendly activities. All participants will receive free race photos, a race shirt and finishers will receive a medal. Race begins at 7:00am.see more detailsWilmington 26 April 2020 Delaware Marathon Coastal Delaware Half Marathon This race begins at Tower Road in Delaware Seashore State Park, Dewey Beach. The course will Rehoboth Beach, Gordons Pond Wild Life Area and back through Rehoboth and Dewy Beach. Water and Gatorade will be available about every 2 miles and Boom Nutrition Carb boom Gels will be available at mile 8.5. All runners will receive a shirt and finishers will receive a medal. Course has a 4 hour time limit and begins at 7:30am.see more detailsRehoboth Beach 19 April 2020 Coastal Delaware Running Festival About Half marathons
A Half Marathon event consists of running 13 miles (21 kilometers) and as the label suggests, is half of a standard Marathon which is a total of 26 miles. The popularity, participants of the half marathon distance and its events have significantly grown since the early 2000's and they continue to do so, with massive events popping up all over the states. The growth rate of participants for the half distance is currently higher than that of the full.
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We checked what events runners looked for the most and we compared statistics on how many runners held interest in any given event. Feedback left by runners who participated in the course was also considered. Other factors included how long the course has been around, the bling and medals, what runners thought of them and how scenic the course is.
What are the best Half Marathons in the Wilmington area?
Runners are sure to find a great Half Marathon in the Wilmington Area. Some of these are charity events for fundraising, some fun runs and others racing events but it all comes down to the runners. Some of the notable Half Marathon running events include the Delaware Half Marathon, C&O Canal Half Marathon and the Triple Crown Trail Festival Half Marathon. There are many other Delaware Halfs, so these are just a sampling of the races available.
- Marathons
Name City Date Website Costal Delaware Marathon The name gives it away - this flat and fast course has beautiful ocean views! Runners will begin at Tower Road Delaware Seashore State Park then make their way through Rehoboth Beach, then Gordons Pond Wild Life Area into Cape Henlopen State Park and back. Music, beer and food will be at the post race party at the finish line. This race is a Boston Qualifier. All finishers receive a medal. Participants will receive a tech shirt. Aid stations will be about every 2 miles and feature Water and Gatorade. Boom Nutrition Carb boom Gels will be available at 13.1 and 21.5 miles. Race begins at 7:00am.see more detailsRehoboth Beach 19 April 2020 Costal Delaware Running Festival Delaware Marathon Register early for the Delaware Marathon before the race sells out! Runners will receive a super comfortable tech shirt and finishers medal to all finishers. Race begins and finishes at the Tubman Garrett Riverfront Park along the Christina River. Race begins at 7:00am and has a 6 hour time limit. Stick around for the after party featuring live music, vendors and family friendly activities!see more detailsWilmington 28 April 2019 Delaware Marathon Independence Series Day 1 Marahton Join runners at Lums Pond State Park for Day 1 of the Independence Series. This course has a "no runner left behind policy" and does not have a course time limit. There is an early start option at 5:00am. Race begins at 6:00am. There will be a free pre race pasta dinner at packet pickup. Runners will receive a shirt and finishers medal. Special medals will be given to runners who participate in all the Independence Series races.see more detailsBear 18 June 2019 Mainly Marathons Monster Mash Marathon Runners will begin at Dover International Speedway Hotel & Casino race track before heading out to the city of Dover and returning to the track to have an epic finish in front of "Miles the Monster". Participants will receive free food, beer and a post race massage, as well as a shirt and finishers medal. Race benefits the Wounded Warriors Project. Marathon has a 7 hour time limit and begins at 7:00am.see more detailsDover 19 October 2019 Monster Mash Marathon Rehoboth Beach Marathon This beach marathon features a beautiful scenic course that goes through Rehoboth Beach, Gordon's Pond and Cape Henlopen State Park. Course has a 7 hour time limit and race begins at 7:00am. Make sure to stick around for the post race party featuring unlimited food for all participants including burgers, mac and cheese, breakfast fare, fruit and more. Runners over 21 will receive 3 free beers. Participants will receive a shirt and all finishers will receive a medal.see more detailsRehoboth Beach 7 December 2019 Rehoboth Beach Marathon About Marathons
Marathon events consist of 26 miles (42 kilometers) and the courses are typically laid out through roads. Starting in the Olympics in the early 1900's, marathons have quickly picked up in popularity and in 2107 there are currently more than 800 events being held, and that number is consistently growing.
Read moreRead lessHow did we choose the best Marathon events in Delaware?
We checked what events runners looked for the most and we compared statistics on how many runners held interest in any given event. Feedback left by runners who participated in the course was also considered. Other factors included how long the course has been around, the bling and medals, what runners thought of them and how scenic the course is.
What are the best Marathons on the coast of Delaware?
Runners who are looking for beautiful coastal views should check out some of the beach front marathons. Some of these are charity events for fundraising, some fun runs and others racing events but it all comes down to the runners. Some of the notable Marathon running events include the Rehoboth Beach Marathon and the Costal Delaware Marathon.
