An oceanfront 8K race along a flat, fast course with finisher medals, a post-race party, and access to Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend festivities.
Join us for Neptune's 8k Race - one of the area's oldest and most beloved races! Enjoy ocean views as you travel along our fast and flat course during this beginner-level friendly race. Neptune Festival T-Shirt Neptune's 8K Race Finisher Medal Course Entertainment One ticket to Neptune's International Sandsculpting Championship Post Race Party in 31st Street Park (includes pizza, beer, hard seltzer, non-alcoholic beverages, DJ, and more!) Also join us for our Boardwalk Weekend Festivities, which include everything from the Neptune's Art & Craft Show, International Sandsculpting Championship, and Grand Parade, to over 20 FREE concerts, Beach Yoga + Fitness Experience, Poseidon's Playground Family Fun Zone , and so much more! Saturday, September 26 8:00am Start START/FINISH 31st Street & Atlantic Avenue Virginia Beach Oceanfront