The Believe In Tomorrow 5K 2026
- Date
- August 20, 2026
- Distance
- Adult Individual Runner · Children 4 to 12 Years Old · Virtual Participant
From the Organizer
Lace up your shoes and hit the Indian River Inlet Bridge for a race like no other! Soak in the breathtaking sunset views as you run/walk this scenic course in Bethany Beach, Delaware. Hang out afterward for dinner and awards at Big Chill Beach Club!
Race day details are as follows:
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The race is Thursday, August 20th, 2026 at 6:00PM at Big Chill Beach Club in Bethany Beach, DE.
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Check in and day of registration will begin at 4:30PM. You will receive your race t-shirt and bib at registration when you arrive.
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Parking is available in the Delaware State Park lot. Cost is $5 for in-state vehicles and $10 for out-of-state vehicles.
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Sorry, dogs are not allowed in the state park.
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As this is a family-friendly event, our littlest participants (3 and under) in strollers are free and do not need to register. They will NOT be assigned a bib and we ask that they remain in their stroller for the duration of the race.
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Virtual Participants - Sign up as a virtual participant and run at home, or don’t! Either way, you get a race shirt and support our cause! Please Note: If you sign up as a virtual participant, your t-shirt will be mailed to you after the race.
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There will be a post-race party at Big Chill Beach Club with food, games, raffles, awards, and more!
Please Note: Thursday, July 30th is the last day to be guaranteed your preferred shirt size. All others will be subject to availability.
Don't forget to tag us in your race day pictures @believeintmw on Facebook and Instagram!
All proceeds from this fun event will benefit the critically ill children and families in our beach respite program.
Click here to learn more about Believe In Tomorrow Children's Foundation.
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
82°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ocean City Muni Ap, 16 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bethany Beach, DE
Elevation
7 ft
Nearest Airport
OCE
Ocean City Municipal Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 93 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- The Believe In Tomorrow 5K 2026
- Date
- August 20, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Believe In Tomorrow 5K 2026?
- The Believe In Tomorrow 5K 2026 is a running race held in Bethany Beach, Delaware on August 20, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is The Believe In Tomorrow 5K 2026?
- Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Bethany Beach, Delaware at 27099 Coastal Hwy, Bethany Beach, DE. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Believe In Tomorrow 5K 2026?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Believe In Tomorrow 5K 2026
Aug 20, 2026