
From the Organizer
Come out and help support Surface Navy Families but running this flat out and back 5k at Dismal Swamp. This race also supports the Navy Surface Line Week, points will be given to command with the most participants and fastest runner.
Events
Weather
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
75°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Norfolk S, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
251,153
as of 2023
Elevation
6 ft
Nearest Airport
ORF
Norfolk International Airport · 11 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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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Anchor Scholarship Foundation 5K and FunRun
Oct 3, 2026