Mel Williams Memorial Seashore 50K
Mel Williams Memorial Seashore 50K is an ultra and running race on December 13, 2026 in Virginia Beach, VA, with an entry fee of $100.
- Date
- December 13, 2026 (143 days to go)
- Price
- $100
- Sports
- UltraRunning
From the Organizer
RACE DETAILS
COURSE: The 50k starts 8:00 am. This is a 2 loop trail run at First Landing State Park beginning and ending at the boat ramp.
FLUIDS AND FOOD: 2 full aid stations at 64th St and Bald Cypress with various foods, water and Tailwind. You will pass each aid station multiple times. This is a cupless race. It is recommended to carry water bottles and a collapsible cup.
AMENITIES & POST-RACE: Registrants will receive a Brooks shirt. Finishers receive a medal. Post Race party will be held at Smartmouth Brewery Pilot House, 313 32nd St. Virginia Beach, VA from 4:30 - 7pm. Two beer tickets and pizza will be provided to runners and volunteers.
TIME LIMITS: The 50K starts at 8:00 AM -- There is an 8 hour finish time cut off. Cut off restrictions will apply throughout the race.
AWARDS: Top 3 overall Male and Female, Top 3 Masters Male and Female, and top male and female in following age groups 30-39/40-49/50-59/60& over will receive awards!
REGISTRATION: Online registration will be open until Thursday, December 10th, 2026, or until slots fill. NO race day Registration.
STRIDER PLUS/LEGACY RUNNERS: Not Available.
CLUB MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS: A Club membership discount of $5.00 is available thru Dec 10th. Discounts are automatically applied on the payment page during registration. You should use the account you used to register for the club to apply for this discount. We will also attempt to match on name/date of birth.
Paper entry forms not available.
PACKET PICKUP: Packet pick up will be available Saturday, Dec. 12th from 1 pm-5 pm at Running Etc. Virginia Beach, 1940 Laskin Rd. #302 Virginia Beach, VA 23454. Race day packet pickup will be available from 7:00 - 7:50am at the start/finish area in First Landing State Park 64th St. Boat Ramp.
REFUNDS: Refund less $25 admin fee until 8/31. No refunds beginning 9/1. No transfers, No deferrals.
Events
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
55°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Oceana Nas, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Virginia Beach, VA
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.
Race Location
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143
Days to train
- Race
- Mel Williams Memorial Seashore 50K
- Date
- December 13, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Ultramarathon
An ultramarathon is anything beyond the standard marathon — 50K, 50-mile, 100K, 100-mile, and timed events. Crossing the line is less about speed and more about not quitting.
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.
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Mel Williams Memorial Seashore 50K
Dec 13, 2026