Beach to Beer 5K & 10K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 10K Run · 1 Mile Walk
From the Organizer
Good Day for a Run Returns to Colonial Beach for their 9th Annual COLONIAL BEACH TO BEER 10K/5K Races and 1 Mile Walk.
This Race Proudly Supports BAMM.
RACES FEATURE:
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Scenic 5K and 10K Race along the Potomac of Colonial Beach.
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Chip-timing, Live-streamed Results, and Awards
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5K and 10K Awards are for top 3 Overall and Top 3 per Age Group. 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, and every 10 yrs
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The Course is Flat and Fast! 10K Starts at 9 AM. 5K Starts at 9:05 AM.
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Walkers and children welcome to participate in the 5K or 1 Mile Walk. Registration required to be on the course for the safety of all participants. 5K Walkers start at 9:05 AM behind the pack of runners. 1 Hour Time Limit for 5K.
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1 Mile Walk option available for all ages and starts at 9:08 AM. (Non-timed)
RACES INCLUDE:
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Colonial Beach Brewing & Ice House Brewery will be onsite with local craft beer options available.
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High-quality tech shirt included or upgrade to Long Sleeve for $6 extra. Women's, Men's/Unisex, and Youth options. *Please register by Oct. 4 to guarantee your first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last for registrants after Oct. 4. (1 Mile Walkers must register by Oct. 4 to guarantee shirt)
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ALL Participants receive a Beach to Beer Custom Beer Glass.
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Water Stations on Course and at Finish Line
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Complimentary Snack at Finish Chute
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Free Parking
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Free Downloadable Photos
AFTER-PARTY FUN:
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Live music by Spike Burton Music performing until Noon
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Enjoy cold Craft Beer at the post race Beer Garden - presented by Colonial Beach Brewing and Ice House Brewery. Non alcohol options available too.
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On-Site Food Truck.
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Various lawn games for the entire family or for you and your friends
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Please bring your own beach chairs or blankets to hang out after in the beautiful water-front park!
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Strollers are permitted.
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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. Late arrivals may pick up swag, however, not able to start race after 9:05 AM for the safety of all runners.
Second PPU date TBD will be posted and emailed.
Volunteers receive drink ticket at after-party & free future race! Visit the "Volunteer" tab above for details & sign up!
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Beach to Beer 5K & 10K?
- Beach to Beer 5K & 10K is a running event held in Colonial Beach, VA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Beach to Beer 5K & 10K?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Colonial Beach, VA at Colonial Beach Town Hill, Colonial Beach, VA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Beach to Beer 5K & 10K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Beach to Beer 5K & 10K
Oct 17, 2026