Beach to Beer 5K & 10K

Good Day for a Run Returns to Colonial Beach, VA for their 9th Annual COLONIAL BEACH TO BEER 10K/5K Races and 1 Mile Walk. 

This Race Proudly Supports BAMM. 

RACES FEATURE:

• Scenic 5K and 10K Race along the Potomac of Colonial Beach.

• Chip-timing, Live-streamed Results, and Awards

• 5K and 10K Awards are for top 3 Overall and Top 3 per Age Groups Under 14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, and each decade

• The Course is Flat and Fast! 10K Starts at 9 AM. 5K Starts at 9:05 AM.

• 5K Walkers and all ages welcome to participate, need to be registered, and start on time behind runners at 9:05 AM.

• 1 Mile Walk option available for all ages and starts at 9:08 AM. (Non-timed) **Please register by Oct. 6 to guarantee receiving a shirt for 1 Milers. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last after Oct. 6.

RACES INCLUDE:

• Colonial Beach Brewing & Ice House Brewery will be onsite with local craft beer options available. 

• Quality event shirt included or upgrade to Long Sleeve for $6 extra. Women's cut, Adult/Men's, and Youth options. *Please register by Oct. 6 to guarantee your first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last for registrants after Oct. 6. 

• ALL Participants receive a Beach to Beer Custom Beer Glass.

• Water Stations on Course and at Finish Line

• Complimentary Snack at Finish Chute

• Free Parking

• Free Downloadable Photos

AFTER-PARTY FUN:

• Live music by Spike Burton Music performing until Noon

• Enjoy cold Craft Beer at the post race Beer Garden - presented by Colonial Beach Brewing and Ice House Brewery. Non alcohol options available too. 

• On-Site Food Truck. 

• Various lawn games for the entire family or for you and your friends

• Please bring your own beach chairs or blankets to hang out after in the beautiful water-front park!

• Strollers are permitted. 

• Race is rain or shine. No refunds or deferrals.

• Packet pick-up on race day from 7:30-8:30 AM at "Good Day for a Run" tent at Town Hill. Second PPU date TBD will be posted and emailed.  

Volunteers receive great perks! Visit the "Volunteer" tab above for details or to sign up!

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Please Read Through the Race Day Details for Beach to Beer 10K and 5K.

• Date/Time: October 18th at 9am (10K starts at 9am, 5K starts at 9:05am, 1 mile walk starts at 9:08)
• Location: Check-in area and post race party are at a the Colonial Beach Town Hill.  Best GPS location will be 427 Washington Ave, Colonial Beach, VA. 
• Parking: There is a parking lot adjacent to the starting area and on-street parking available.  
• Packet Pick-Up Info - RACE DAY ONLY
  
  • Saturday Morning (10/18 from 7:30-8:30am) at Town Hill located at 427 Washington Ave, Colonial Beach. 
• Results: We will have Results posted LIVE on-line at this site under the RESULTS tab.
• Awards: We have awards for the top 3 overall and top 3 per age group for both race distances (under 15, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, etc)
• After Party:
  • Beer - Colonial Beach Brewery and Ice House Brewery will be on-site for craft beer fun! (Beer sales will be available for additional purchases!)
  • Food - UFO Food Truck will be on-site with great options!
  • Live Music - We will have local musician Spike Burton playing some awesome music 'til Noon! 
  • Activities - A few fun lawn games will be available to enjoy! 
  • Lawn Chairs and Spectators are encouraged!
• Course Maps:
  • 5K Course - https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2415823 
  • 10K Course - https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1985419 
• Race is Rain or Shine
• No Transfers or Refunds
• Strollers are permitted
• All ages and abilities are welcome *Course time limit is 1 hour 45 Minutes. 
• Participants changing race distance from 10K to 5K must notify us prior to race day. Email beth@gooddayforarun.com