
Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges!
Race4Warriors offers a scenic half marathon in Delaware supporting veterans.
Race Date
May 8, 2027
Location
Lewes, DE
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, May 8, 2027
- Location
- Lewes, Delaware
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 423
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Race4Warriors half marathon in Lewes, Delaware, offers a chance to honor veterans while running through the scenic Cape Henlopen State Park. This event, which has seen about 142 finishers recently, draws participants from around 16 states, though its field size has been trending smaller.
The course takes runners along trails within the park, passing historic Fort Miles. All races, including the half marathon, 10K, and 5K, are USATF certified and share the same start and finish line near the American Legion Post 17. The event aims to foster stronger relationships between military and civilian communities.
With a repeat-runner rate of about 12%, Race4Warriors provides a meaningful experience. Participants can also opt for a "Heavy March" trail race with a 15lb pack. The event includes a lively packet pickup on Friday evening with a live band, food, and beverages, and day-of pickup is also available.
Race-provided description
Come join us in this historic event along the scenic coastline of Delaware, our First State, to support our Wounded Warriors and Homeless Veterans. The event is OPEN TO ALL! Our vision is to bring our military and civilian communities together to build stronger relationships. The race will encompass trails on the beautiful Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes, Delaware. All races start and finish at the same location. ALL THREE RACES ARE USATF CERTIFIED Beginning at the American Legion, Post 17, Lewes. Participants will travel through Cape Henlopen State Park and the historic Fort Miles. The event is divided into a 5k, 10K and Half Marathon Challenges. Participants are able to choose to compete in a Run, Race-Walk and Heavy March (Trail race with 15lb. pack). Packet pickup will be done on Friday, May 7th, at American Legion Post 17, Lewes, DE (113 American Legion Road), from 5pm – 8pm. Between 6pm-8pm the Post will have a LIVE BAND! Food and beverages available the entire time. Come out, get your packet, hang out, and meet some our staff and fellow participants! DAY OF PICKUP! You can also do packet pick up the day of the event starting at 6:30am near the starting line. Opening Ceremonies are at 8:00am. The races will launch one after the other. The time is determined by the race timers (RACES2RUN). The Half Marathon will launch at approximately 8:15am, 10K launches next, followed by the 5k. PLEASE BE IN PLACE AT 8:00am. 5k - https://youtu.be/Ii4pTjKVvNA 10K - https://youtu.be/omFXv6_ftVU HALF MARATHON - https://youtu.be/_gJ14b_SRg4 The event has three major components: Competition, Education, and Celebration. The race through the state parks and beaches of Delaware is a competition for all levels and will honor the men and women who have sacrificed for our freedoms in the Middle East. The finish line will encompass the other components. With the assistance of volunteers, a Middle East Historical Exhibit will be available for everyone to enjoy. This walk-through history will help connect our communities with the military members attending the event. Lastly, there will be a “Celebration of Warriors” with local vendors will be available from 8:30am – 3pm. Live bands will start at 10:00am and play until 3pm. Stay, enjoy the celebration, and connect with people, military and civilian, from across the United State of America. Everyone pre-registered by May 3, 2026 will be guaranteed an event t-shirt at check-in. Everyone racing will receive a race medallion when they cross the finish line and will leave with the knowledge of participating in an event which truly supports and honors our Veterans! Our women and men deployed to the Middle East do not stop due to the weather; so, rain or shine (not to including weather which makes the environment unsafe to be outside), come out and enjoy our race and festivities. For more details and the rules of the race, check us out at Race4Warriors.org. On behalf of myself and our Board of Directors, made up of all retired Chief Master Sergeant First Sergeants, thank you for considering joining the Race4Warriors! Follow us on Instagram @race4warriors and Facebook CMSgt (Ret) First Sergeant Michael Bellerose Race4Warriors Founder/CEO
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, May 8, 2027
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
American Legion, Post 17, Lewes, DE, 19958
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Park, Coastal
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
Solid Pick545 years running
~157 finishers a year
growing or steady
12% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 16 states
winner 1:29:44
typical high 66°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
54°
Afternoon (High)
66°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
15 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 423 finishers actually crossed the line across 5 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
423
Median time
2:11:44
Latest turnout
142
States
30
Turnout by year
2021–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges!?
The Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges! is held on Saturday, May 8, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges! take place?
It takes place in Lewes, Delaware.
What distances does the Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges! offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges! course flat and good for a PR?
The Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges! is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges!?
HalfRuns has finish records for 423 runners who have completed the Race4Warriors 5K, 10K & Half Marathon Challenges!.
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