From the Organizer
Join us for our 1st annual Coastal Edge Shoot the Pier 5K race along the beautiful Virginia Beach Boardwalk. Flat out and back course. T-shirts and medals will be awarded to all finishers. Plus enjoy the 6th annual Coastal Edge Shoot the Pier Surfing Competition that will be taking place the same day.
Runners will start the race on the boardwalk at the Virginia Beach Fishing Pier at 14th street and the boardwalk. The race will run north to 38th street and return back to 14th street. There will be a water station at the start/finish line and at the turnaround point.
Parking is available at the Virginia Beach Fishing Pier and also behind the 14th Street Pier shops located on Atlantic Avenue. There is also metered spaces available.
The race will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 7am. Packet pick up will be held on Friday June 19, 2026 from 5pm to 7pm at Coastal Edge Oceanfront (316 21st Street Virginia Beach, VA 23451). Race packets can also be picked up between 6am and 7pm at the start line race morning.
One of the things we love most about our Coastal Edge 5K races is the spirit of the event. Our race is designed to be a fun, welcoming run for everyone, whether you’re chasing a personal best, jogging with friends, walking the course, or crossing your very first finish line. As a reminder, the Coastal Edge Steel Pier Classic 5K is a fun run and not a chipped/timed race. Our goal is to create an experience that feels inclusive, encouraging, and welcoming to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and paces.
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/20
High
86°
Low
73°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
2%
Wind
8 to 14 mph
Host City
Population
457,066
as of 2023
City Elevation
14 ft
Nearest Airport
ORF
Norfolk International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Coastal Edge Shoot the Pier 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
VBLA 2026 Junior Guard Ocean Rescue Camp Session 1 - (June 22 - June 26)
Less than a mile away
VBLA Junior Guard Ocean Rescue Camp (July 6-10)
Less than a mile away
VBLA Junior Guard Ocean Rescue Camp (July 20 - 24)
Less than a mile away
27th Annual Allen Stone Braveheart Memorial Races - 7/25/26 - 31st Street Park
1 mile away
From Endurance Grid
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Coastal Edge Shoot the Pier 5K
Jun 20, 2026