Kwanzaa 5k Run & Walk
Kwanzaa 5k Run & Walk is a running race on December 26, 2026 in Chesapeake, VA, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- December 26, 2026 (66 days to go)
- Location
- 409 Byron St, Chesapeake, VA
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Celebrating Unity, Culture, Community & Wellness
Join Harambe Inc. for the Kwanzaa 5K Walk & Run, a community celebration bringing people together through fitness, culture, and the spirit of unity!
Held on the first day of Kwanzaa, this family-friendly event celebrates the seven principles of Kwanzaa: Unity, Self-Determination, Collective Work and Responsibility, Cooperative Economics, Purpose, Creativity, and Faith.
Whether you're an experienced runner, a casual walker, or participating in your first 5K, everyone is welcome!
All registered participants will receive a custom Kwanzaa 5K T-shirt and a commemorative finisher medal!
Running for a Cause
Proceeds from the Kwanzaa 5K will support the Harambe Creative Futures Scholarship, a program dedicated to making arts education accessible to children and teenagers, regardless of their family's financial circumstances.
Through this initiative, Harambe Inc. aims to help young people explore their creativity, develop their talents, and access opportunities in the arts.
Event Highlights
- 5K run and walk for all fitness levels
- Custom Kwanzaa 5K T-shirt
- Custom commemorative finisher medal
- Celebration of Kwanzaa's seven principles
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Supporting arts education for local youth
Date: Saturday, December 26, 2026
Location: Oak Grove Lake Park, Chesapeake VA
Come run, walk, and celebrate the spirit of Umoja (Unity) while helping create brighter futures for young artists!
Organized by Harambe Inc., a federally recognized nonprofit organization.
Events
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
51°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Norfolk S, 8 mi from the venue.
About Chesapeake, VA
Population
251,153
as of 2023
City 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Kwanzaa 5k Run & Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
66
Days to train
- Race
- Kwanzaa 5k Run & Walk
- Date
- December 26, 2026
- Location
- 409 Byron St, Chesapeake, VA
Save This Race
Create a free account to find and save races like this to your athlete profile.
About This Sport
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.
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.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
More Running races near Chesapeake, VA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Kwanzaa 5k Run & Walk?
When and where is the Kwanzaa 5k Run & Walk?
How do I register for the Kwanzaa 5k Run & Walk?
Kwanzaa 5k Run & Walk
Dec 26, 2026