
From the Organizer
Join us for our 14th Annual run/walk to honor and celebrate the life of Kendra R. Atherton and to raise money for a scholarship fund in her name to benefit college students who have lost a parent to cancer, and who display the qualities possessed by Kendra. As of today, the k5k: A Run for Kendra has awarded over $155,000 in scholarships to students who have lost a parent to cancer.
NEW LOCATION: 1st Street Jetty, Virginia Beach Boardwalk
When: Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 9am
Where: Virginia Beach Boardwalk or Virtually
Join us for our after party at The Shack after the race is over! The Shack is located at 712 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
Whether you live in the area or are 500 miles away, you now have the opportunity to run/walk the k5k wherever you are! Follow us on Facebook to get connected with our race no matter if you are participating in-person or virtually. When you sign up for our virtual event, you will also receive emails with instructions on how to post your results. Virtual results can be posted at any time during the month of November. You can compete with people participating all over the country! Spread the word to family and friends!
Who: The k5k: A Run for Kendra is for absolutely everyone!!
Registration Prices:
12 & Under: $20; Price increases to $25 on 11/1
Student (13-24): $30; Price increases to $35 on 11/1
Adult (25+): $35; Price increases to $40 on 11/1
Note: Packet Pick-Up will be from 3-6pm ET on Friday, November 21st at Running Etc. (1940 Laskin Rd UNIT 302, Virginia Beach, VA 23454).
It’s NEVER TOO EARLY to register FAMILY and FRIENDS!
Run with your pet! Dress your pet in PINK! Have fun!
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
60°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Oceana Nas, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
457,066
as of 2023
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.
Race Location
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K5K - A Run for Kendra
Nov 21, 2026