Mel Williams Memorial Seashore 50K
Virginia Beach, United States • 13 Dec 2026
Mel Williams Memorial Seashore 50K
The Mel Williams Memorial Seashore 50K is a 50 kilometer trail race held at First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach. The course is two loops that begin and end at the park boat ramp near 64th Street.
There are two full aid stations located at 64th Street and Bald Cypress offering assorted food, water and Tailwind. Each aid station is passed multiple times. The race is cupless; runners are advised to carry water bottles and a collapsible cup.
Registrants receive a Brooks shirt and finishers receive a medal. A post race gathering will take place at Smartmouth Brewery Pilot House, 313 32nd Street, where two beer tickets and pizza are provided to runners and volunteers.
The 50K has an eight hour finish time limit and cut off restrictions will apply at points along the course. Awards are presented to the top three overall male and female, the top three masters male and female, and the top male and female in age groups 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 and over.
Online registration opens July 1. The registration fee is $100. There is no race day registration. Packet pickup is available December 12 at Running Etc. Virginia Beach, 1940 Laskin Rd. #302, and race day pickup is available at the start/finish area. Refunds are available less a $25 fee through August 31; no refunds begin September 1. No transfers or deferrals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.