Race4Warriors Half Marathon

Lewes, United States • 9 May 2026

Event details

The Race4Warriors Challenges take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in Lewes, Delaware, at American Legion Post 17 (113 American Legion Road). The courses run through Cape Henlopen State Park, the historic Fort Miles area, and Rehoboth Beach. All three race distances are USATF certified and start and finish at the same location.

The event is organized to support wounded warriors and homeless veterans and combines competition, education, and a community celebration. A Middle East historical exhibit will be available at the finish area. Local vendors will be present during the celebration, and live bands will perform during the event day.

Race format and logistics

  • 5K
  • 10K
  • Half Marathon

Each distance offers three entry options: Run, March (race-walk), and Heavy March (trail option with a 15 lb pack). Packet pickup is scheduled for Friday, May 8, at American Legion Post 17 with a live band and food and beverages; same-day packet pickup is available near the starting area. Participants who pre-register by May 3, 2026, are guaranteed an event t-shirt at check-in. All finishers will receive a race medallion. The event is planned to proceed in varying weather unless conditions make outdoor activity unsafe. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 km
Half Marathon Heavy March Challenge
21 km
Half Marathon Run Challenge
21 km
Half Marathon Race Walk Challenge
10 km
10k Race-Walk Challenge
10 km
10k Heavy March Challenge
10 km
10k Run Challenge
5 km
5k Run Challenge
5 km
5k Heavy March Challenge
5 km
5k Race Walk Challenge
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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