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After Ate 8K and 2 Mile

After Ate 8K and 2 Mile is a running race on November 28, 2026 in Williamsburg, VA, with entry fees from $30 to $35.

Date
November 28, 2026 (122 days to go)
Price
$30–$35
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

This is a Healthy Heart! Healthy Mind Event!  Hosted by Colonial Sports at the Meadows

The easy 8K and 2 Mile run/walk start and finish at the zero mile mark on the Virginia Capital trail.  The 8K starts at 10 Am and it is a chip-timed race.  All 8K participants receive a custom Long-sleeve race t( Race T and size guaranteed to all registered by Nov 16th, 2026)  and the first 300 who sign up and finish the run/walk receive a die Cast finisher medal.  Participants run on the beautiful Capital Trail with gorgeous scenery from miles 2-4.  Race awards will be given to Top three men and women overall, top three males and females in age groups 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over, Top three males and females in the competitive Walk.

The 2 Mile Run/ walk and 2 Mile Ruck starts at 9:55 AM and it is a chip timed race.  All participants receive a custom long sleeve race t ( Race T and size guaranteed to all registered by Nov 16th, 2026) and the first 200 finishers receive a custom finisher medal.

Participants run on the service Rd. that parallels Jamestown Rd heading to a turn around on Landfall and back to the finish.  

Race Awards will be given to Top three male and female overall and top three male and female in the following age groups: 10 and under, 11-12, 13-15, 16-19,
20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69,70-74, 75 and over.  Top three male and female Ruck and Weighted Vest Finishers. 

All 8K and 2 Mile finishers receive a hot slice of pizza, other race refreshments and those of legal drinking age a complimentary Alewerks Beer.  
DJ Dreux provides after-race music and entertainment.

All 8K and 2Mile participants are asked to donate 35 lbs. of non-perishable food for the Food Bank. Our goal this year is to donate 10.000 lbs of food. Food will be donated to the Salvation Army, House of Mercy, Fish, Grove Christian Outreach, and St. Olafs.  Please drop items off at the store or at the race.

Thank you

Colonial Sports

 

 

 

 

 

 

Events

2 mile Run/Walk$30
2 Mile Ruck or Weighted Vest$30
8K Run/Walk$35
8K Competitive Walk$35

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

57°

Typical Low

38°

Chance of Rain

32%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Williamsburg 2 N, 7 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:59 AMSunset 4:50 PMDaylight 9h 51m

Host City

About Williamsburg, VA

City Elevation

70 ft

Nearest Airport

PHF

Newport News Williamsburg International Airport · 18 mi

Major Hub

RIC

Richmond International Airport · 34 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race
After Ate 8K and 2 Mile
Date
November 28, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the After Ate 8K and 2 Mile?+
After Ate 8K and 2 Mile is a running race held in Williamsburg, Virginia on November 28, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the After Ate 8K and 2 Mile?+
Saturday, November 28, 2026 in Williamsburg, Virginia at 2070 Jamestown Rd.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the After Ate 8K and 2 Mile?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

After Ate 8K and 2 Mile

Nov 28, 2026

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