11th Annual Chas Foundation 5K and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk presented by: Tidewater Striders

🏃‍♀️ Race Overview

• Date: September 6, 2025
• Location: 6009 Harbour View Blvd, Suffolk, VA
• Website: Chas Foundation 5K
• Benefit: Supports local mental health care initiatives

🏞️ Course Description

• Type: Certified fast out and back 5K and 1-mile Fun Run
• Scenery: Scenic route through Harbour View area, alongside a golf course
• Amenities: Water stop and course marshals
• Pavement: Flat, paved surfaces throughout

🎽 Race Day Information

• Schedule:
  • 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
• Pre-Race Packet Pickup:
  Friday, September 5th from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM at MoMac Brewery, 3228 Academy Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23703

🏆 Awards

• 5K Awards: 1st Overall male and female
• Masters: 1st Overall male and female Masters awards
• Age Groups: Top 3 male and female finishers in age groups: 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70-99
• No Awards: Given in the 1-mile Fun Run/Walk

🎁 Race Swag

• Shirt: Custom short sleeve tech running shirt for the first 250 registrants at packet pickup
• Refreshments: Coffee and donuts served after the race
• After Race Meet-Up: Join us at MoMac Brewery for $3.10 pints
• Contact: Board members will be available to answer questions about ongoing programs