25 running events in New Castle County, Delaware

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The Montchanin Trails 5K will be sure to delight! The trails are in great shape, just waiting for you to enjoy! Remember that this is a trail run/walk. Parking is in fields. Please carpool if possible. Race is limited to 300 runners so register early!

Post race beer and snacks are provided along with a cool t-shirt (register by 3/20/26 to guarantee a shirt).

Remember, Longwood at Granogue is Private Property and we have strict guidelines to follow. Please read the Longwood at Granogue Privacy Policy Fully.

A Coffee Run brought to you by the Delaware Athletic Trainers' Association!

The DATA is excited to bring you our 5th Annual Coffee Run! Even if you do not love coffee---we promise a family friendly morning for all levels of runners and walkers!

This event is a fundraiser for the Delaware Athletic Trainers' Association. Athletic Trainers (ATs) are licensed healthcare providers that specialize in injury and illness prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation, as well as emergency care and preparedness of the physically active. Our traditional setting is in secondary schools, collegiate, and professional athletic departments (We are the ones with the fanny packs that run out for injuries!!) but you will also see us in other places, including PT clinics and doctors offices. The DATA represents Athletic Trainers and advocates for the health and safety of athletes and the physically active in the state of Delaware. For more information about Athletic Trainers and the DATA visit www.delata.org.

Walk or run with the Appo High ASPIRA Club at their 3rd Annual Charity 5K!

Meet at the Biddle Point Michael N. Castle Trail Delaware. Registration from 9:30 - 10 am.

10 am start!

All proceeds will go to the Delaware Small Business Development Center

Please note: We cannot provide refunds if you are unable to make the date after signing up

The meeting point is at Biddle Point along the C and D canal. It does not really have an address. The best way to find it if you’re coming from route 13 and turn East onto Cox Neck Road. Pass by Gunning Bedford Middle and then Southern Elementary on your Left. Immediately on the right, there is a large brown sign for the C and D canal. Take the next Right which will bring you to the meeting point.

Runners, walkers, and supporters from across New Castle County will come together on April 23, 2026, at Abessinio Stadium for the 13th Annual Lt. Joseph Szczerba Memorial 5K, a meaningful event honoring the life and legacy of a true Salesian Gentleman and community hero.

The race was established in memory of Lieutenant Joseph Szczerba ’85, an 18-year veteran of the New Castle County Police Department and proud Salesianum alumnus, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty on September 16, 2011. Founded by his widow, Kathy Szczerba, the event supports the Szczerba Memorial Scholarship, which provides educational assistance to the children of First Responders. Each step taken and mile completed helps continue Lt. Szczerba’s legacy of service, sacrifice, and commitment to others, with all proceeds benefiting the scholarship fund.

Welcome to the first year of the Full Moon 5K Trail Run/Walk at Brandywine Creek State Park!

The trails of Brandywine Creek State Park are waiting for you! Come on over, enjoy the trails, and watch the moonrise of the Flower Moon at the top of Hawk Hill after you cross the finish line.

This event is a fundraising event for three groups: The Friends of Brandywine Creek State Park, GRIT: Girls Really Into Trails, and the Delaware Interscholastic Cycling League.

Moonrise will be at ~8:20PM and we encourage everyone to bring a chair so you can stick around, enjoy the music, lawn games, s'mores, snacks, and a drink at the top of Hawk Hill. (Adult beverages available for for those 21+). S'mores and lawn games are free for everyone, participating runners and families alike.

Sunset will be at ~7:57PM. While the sun will still be up after most participants complete the event, it is always slightly darker in the woods! If you believe you will be on the race course for close to the full allotted hour, the recommendation would be to bring a head lamp as there will not be additional illumination provided on course.

We just want to remind you so you are properly prepared that this is a trail run/walk and there will be some rocks, roots, grass and other natural surface elements on the course. Come prepared and ready to have fun!

Bib Pickup and the start and finish line will be at the top of the Hawk Watch Parking Lot at Brandywine Creek State Park 41 Adams Dam Road Wilmington, DE 19807.

Click Here to view the parking lot location

Registration and Bib Pick Up

Friday May 1st 5:45PM-6:45PM

Brandywine Creek State Park Hawk Watch Lot

Run/Walk Start Time

7:00PM

Are dogs allowed at the event ?

Yes dogs are permitted at the event. Please make sure your dog is on a leash and you clean up after your pet.

Awards and Age Groups

Overall Male/Female

Overall Masters Male/Female

Top 3 in each Age Group Male/Female: 19 and under,20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69,70+

Additional Prizes for Overall Top 3 NICA Coaches + NICA Riders

Runners Amenities

• Custom Bib

• Stickers

• Post Race Snacks

• Drink Ticket (adult beverages for those 21+)

• Fire Pits and S'mores

• Lawn games

• Flower Seed Packets to plant in your garden or yard!

Course Map

• GPX Link will be shared to registrants the week of the event. Course preview available at the bottom of the page.

FAQ's and Policies

Important information that you need to know

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Rain Date

In the chance there is inclement weather that requires a postponement of the event, this event will be held Saturday 05/02/2026 at 7:00PM at Brandywine Creek State Park.

Come out and support the Brandywine Valley Hemophilia Foundation (BVHF) by participating in the 2026 Brandywine Red Run (BRR) 5k! RUNNERS & WALKERS WELCOME!

BVHF is a volunteer organization that has been dedicated to serving the bleeding disorder community since 1972. Since that time the foundation has raised more than $1 million in support of its mission to fund medical research, educational programs, summer camps, and patient support. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life and care of all members of our bleeding disorder community, through our services, events and programs that advocate, educate and provided support.

Our success throughout the years has come through the financial support of sponsors, donors and fund-raising events like this 5K.

For more information about the Foundation please visit: https://brandywinehemophilia.org/

Please join us for the Nurses Week 5K!

The profession of nursing is often one that is self-less, however, research tells us that when we take care of ourselves, we are better able to care for others. The idea for the 5K came about from the desire to promote wellness, comradery and joy amongst the Caregivers of ChristianaCare. In the spirit of Relationship Based Care, to make a commitment to our patients, our colleagues and ourselves. Our hope is to inspire healthy lifestyles, work life balance and teamwork at a fun and exciting event for ChristianaCare caregivers and their families and friends. Whether you choose to run or walk, we are hopeful to make this year's Nurses Week 5K one of our best yet.

This year's event is free, however we encourage donations. All donations this year will be going to Nurses House - a nurse-managed, nonprofit organization helping nurses in need across the United States. Please click the 'donate' button on this screen to support today!

We are two Delaware Occupational and Speech Therapists who are planning the 3rd Annual Stroke Awareness 5k Run/Walk event.

We have identified a need for support and awareness in our community for stroke survivors and their caregivers. Our hope is to connect this wonderful community with local businesses and resources to shed a light on this important cause.

Proceeds from this race will go towards supporting our foundation's financial grant that is available to anyone living within the state of Delaware, to be used for any stroke related care not covered by insurance. Some costs that the grant covers include but are not limited to: adaptive clothing, adaptive equipment to improve safety and quality of life, mobility related DME, transportation to and from appointments, speech generating devices, and thickener secondary to dysphagia.

Check out our website at www.shinealightonstroke.org and our social media @shinealightonstroke (Facebook and Instagram).

Feel free to reach out to us via email at [email protected]

On Saturday, May 16th, 2026, the Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation is hosting the 13th Annual Milk Run/Walk at Ramsey’s Farm in Wilmington, DE. All net proceeds will go to The Ministry of Caring’s “Milk for Children Fund”, the Food Bank of Delaware “Backpack Program”, and the Delaware Farm Bureau Foundation’s efforts to advance agricultural literacy.

The Ministry of Caring in Wilmington serves about 500 nutritious meals at no cost to needy and hungry men, women, and children daily, with milk being just one of their offerings at the table. The Food Bank of Delaware’s Backpack Program provides food for at-risk children on the weekends and holidays when school is not in session.

We are thrilled to say we have raised over $260,000 in the last 12 years of the event. While our success has set the bar high, we hope to keep that number growing. Proceeds from the event support Delawareans from across the state and help them to better understand agriculture and from where their food originates.

Please join us in this worthy cause by donating to help continue to provide milk and food for these children.

The Bear Triathlon is a popular early-season race set in the scenic Lums Pond State Park, offering athletes a fast, flat, and beginner-friendly course. Featuring Sprint, Olympic and Youth distance options, the event delivers an inclusive and energizing race-day atmosphere for both newcomers and seasoned triathletes. The Bear Triathlon has become a go-to kickoff race for athletes across the Mid-Atlantic and is sanctioned by USA Triathlon.​ ALL information about this event can be viewed at https://www.rivalraceseries.com/beartriathlon.

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SPRINT TRIATHLON

750 Meter Swim | 10 Mile Bike | 3 Mile Run

OLYMPIC TRIATHLON

1500 Meter Swim| 23 Mile Bike | 6 Mile Run

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YOUTH TRIATLON

7-8 yr : Swim 50 yards, Bike 2 miles, Run 0.5 mile

9-10 yr : Swim 100 yards, Bike 2 miles, Run 0.5 mile

11-12 yr : Swim 100 yards, Bike 4 miles, Run 1 mile

13-15 yr : Swim 150 yards, Bike 6 miles, Run 1 mile

THIS RACE IS PART OF THE USATF MID-ATLANTIC OFF-ROAD SERIES.

Lace up your trail shoes and get ready to moo-ve it at Brandywine Valley's First State Trail Race! This scenic and unique race winds through the rolling hills, farmland, and woodlands of the Brandywine Creek State Park and First State National Historical Park, offering stunning views and an unforgettable challenge for runners of all levels.

Choose your pasture:

10K: A gentle romp through the farmland and forests, perfect for beginners or those looking for a scenic shakeout run.

25K: Test your mettle on this moderately challenging course that takes you up and down the park's hillier terrain, with plenty of farm vistas and creek crossings to keep you company.

50K: For the ultimate endurance test, tackle the 50K course, a true odyssey through the heart of the park, past babbling brooks, hidden ponds, and maybe even a few friendly farm animals.

What to expect:

Rolling hills and challenging climbs: Get your heart pumping and your legs burning as you conquer the Brandywine Valley's varied terrain.

Scenic vistas: Soak in the beauty of the Brandywine Valley, with its lush forests, meandering creeks, and charming farmland.

Farm encounters: Keep an eye out for our bovine and equine neighbors, who may be grazing along the course (don't worry, they're friendly!).

Post-race celebration: Refuel with ultra fare prepped by our amazing volunteer team and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners.

More than just a race:

The First State Trail Race is more than just a competition; it's an opportunity to experience the beauty and tranquility of Brandywine Creek State Park in a unique way. So, whether you're a seasoned trail runner or a weekend warrior, come join us for a moo-vellous day of running, adventure, and community.

Shirt cut off date: One month from race day

There will be three races held on the same day. There will be one marathon, and two 5k's, one 5k will be competitive and the other will be a family fun walk/run. We will start in the field at the beginning of the Micheal Castle Trail in Delaware City and use the trail going into Maryland to the turnaround and then back to the start where there will be a party in full swing cheering the athletic as they finish.

Join Mother, Baby & Beyond for our 3rd Annual 'Say Her Name' 5K & Family Fun Day as we come together to honor mothers we've lost to preventable maternal deaths while celebrating life, resilience, and hope.`

Maternal deaths are rising in the U.S., and more than 80% are preventable. This community-centered event is dedicated to addressing maternal health disparities through education, advocacy, and connection to community resources and support. Together, we honor the lives of mothers lost, amplify their stories, and support ongoing efforts to strengthen women's health initiatives focused on improving outcomes for mothers and babies.

This family-friendly event creates space to walk in solidarity and advocate for healthier futures for all mothers and babies. Whether you run, walk, or cheer, your participation sends a powerful message.

Walk with us. Learn with us. Advocate with us.

Come out on June 06, 2026 at Glasgow Park and join us for our Freedom From Seizures 5K North!

How can you help raise awareness and support the Epilepsy Foundation of Delaware?

• Register to run, walk, or form a team

• Come to cheer on the racers

• Donate to one of our fundraisers

However you choose to support our mission is greatly appreciated!

Did you know 1 in 10 people will have a seizure in their lifetime and 1 in 26 will develop epilepsy?

For more than 60 years EFDE has been providing free education and support services to the Delaware epilepsy community and we are now offering free transportation through our transportation program.

Help us to continue to provide these services!

Want to form a team or sign up as an individual and don't know how? Contact us at [email protected]. We are here to help!

**Register before May 6, 2026 to guarantee your t-shirt.