24 running, walking, and fun run events in Newark, Delaware

Some of us love it. Some of us hate it. Either way, you can't avoid Valentine's Day.

Why not spend the morning with a loved one or friends running/walking this FUN 4 MILE event?

No matter what your relationship status is, one thing's for sure: our Run 4 Love will get your heart worked up.

Ladies will receive a special gift when they cross the finish line at this race.

(Sorry, gentlemen, this race is not about you - just like the holiday.)

Join us on Saturday March 21st for the First State Half Marathon & 10K.

Set in the iconic town of Newark DE, you will run/walk through the town, neighborhoods and paved trails.

Don't miss this opportunity log some miles and celebrate your accomplishment with friends at the famous Deer Park Tavern.

*This event has a no refund and deferral policy. However, if you can transfer your bib to someone at no cost.

Grab your strongest friends and team up for the ultimate tug of war challenge!

Teams of 6 will compete for time as they pull a fully loaded 20-ton fire truck down Academy Street in downtown Newark.

Prizes will be awarded to the fastest all male, all female and co-ed teams.

All proceeds benefit Aetna Hose, Hook & Ladder Company, a fire and EMS company that’s served the greater Newark community for 135 years.

They’ve had our backs for decades -- now it’s time for us to return the favor.

What is the definition of a Patriot?

According to Webster it is one who loves and supports his or her country.

But we would like to add a little more to that definition. A Patriot is also someone who loves and supports his friends and family.

That is who Chris Pepe was and what he will always be remembered as...A Patriot.

Join us for our Annual 4.2 Miler in honor of Captain Christopher S. Pepe US Air Force.

Chris was a huge supporter of Pat's Run in honor of Pat Tillman. Chris and his friends would go out to Arizona every year to run and support the great cause. We thought it was only appropriate to have a 4.2 Mile Run/Walk.

Proceeds will benefit the Friends of Fusion Foundation, which will support organizations that Chris cared deeply about.

Join us for the 29th Annual Race Against Domestic Violence to benefit Child Inc.

CHILD, Inc. has been serving the Delaware community since 1963. Our mission is to be the leading advocate for Delaware’s children. Through our prevention, intervention, and treatment programs, CHILD, Inc. strives to positively impact the children and families we serve to enable them to live fulfilling lives free from violence. Our programs meet the changing needs of families.

CHILD, Inc. is committed to helping solve the problems associated with domestic violence and child maltreatment through its community-based programs, safety planning with clients, including assistance with protection from abuse petition filings, and shelter services for children and families.

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

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Join us for the 17th Annual Indy 5K & Color Us Kids Fun Run, presented by Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists.

Registration Prices Per Race:

$35.00 for adults

*$25.00 for youth 17 and under

*registration price will change on the form once the birthday is entered for the participant.

If you want to participate in both races, please only register/pay for the Indy 5K so you have a timing chip bib.

All race proceeds support the First Responders Community Partnership offering tuition discounts to children of first responders.

As a school whose mission it is to inspire citizenship in its students, Independence is proud to support those who are inspired to serve as first responders for our community. Students who have one or both parents who are actively employed full-time as first responders in law enforcement, fire protection, in a capacity as an emergency medical technician (EMT) or in the armed forces, are eligible to receive a discount towards tuition during each year of enrollment.

Please contact Michele Harra, Director of Advancement & Enrollment Management, 302-239-0332 for more information on the First Responders Community Partnership and the admission process.

Starting at 4:45 p.m., enjoy demonstrations from First Responders in attendance, including the State of Delaware, New Castle County, University of Delaware, Newark, Wilmington, and more.

Claymont Steak Shop and DonutNV food trucks will be available starting at 4:45 p.m. Thank you for supporting them!

Welcome to the Delaware SwimFest presented by French Creek Racing!

Swimmers can choose an 800m race, 1600m race, or for a challenge - both races!

Swimmers should be confident of their ability to swim 800/1600 meters in open water before entering.

We follow USAT's guidelines for use of wetsuits. Anything below 78ºF will be wetsuit legal and above 78º will be non-wetsuit. Anyone who wishes to wear a wetsuit above 78ºF will simply compete as an unofficial racer.

Start/finish area is at the caged area near the top of the hill at the Newark Reservoir. GPS address to parking lot is 240 Old Paper Mill Rd., Newark, DE 19711. There are bathrooms at the parking lot at the bottom of the hill. Please make sure to use facilities as needed before walking up the hill. Additional/overflow parking is located at Timothy's, 100 Creek View Rd., Newark, DE 19711.

Register today for your choice of races!

FORMAT: Swimmers will go off in groups at specified wave start times. The first swimmers will begin at 6:00 PM. Swimmers will get to choose their heats at 30 minute intervals, including the main "party" heat at 7:30PM. 1600 meter swimmers must start no later than 7:00PM.

REGISTRATION: Pre-registration is available until 9AM on race day. Registration is also available on site for an additional $5 fee. You will select your wave start time during the registration process. If you need to change your start wave, please email us. Aim to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your assigned wave time. You may warm up in the vicinity of the start/finish area prior to your wave start time. When you arrive, check in at our table. You'll get body marked and you'll receive a swim cap. A bright colored cap or New Wave Swim Buoy must be worn by all racers. Please let us know in advance if you need to purchase a NWSB.

REFUNDS: No refunds will be issued. If requested at least 7 days in advance, we will be able to transfer your funds to a different training or race event.

The 1600m swim course will be 2 laps of the 800m course.

SWIM FINISH: These races will be timed. Your time will stop when you touch the floating finish banner.

Prizes

Custom awards will be given for the top 3 in each category and age group, based on points scored in each race. Award winners must be present at the final race of the season (8/26) to claim their awards.

Volunteers

Volunteers are the backbone of our events! We need lifeguaurds, kayakers, and much more. Please contact [email protected] to help out, or simply register as a volunteer!

There will be one nutrition/hydration table near the reservoir entrance (caged area at the top of the hill). We will have water, Gatorade, and Hammer gels at this table. Some light pre-packaged food and beverages will be available for post-race.