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Run with the Mermaids

November 21 - November 22 2026

Time may vary
Norfolk Harbor 150 Park Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510, Price: Register now!

Join us in 2026 for the 13th annual Chartway Norfolk Harbor Race Weekend presented by Sentara. Enjoy Norfolk, Virginia’s Downtown, thriving art community, historic neighborhoods, the NEON District and Old Dominion University’s campus as you take on the 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon. Keep an eye out for Norfolk’s iconic mermaids along the course as you experience this flat, fast course! (Hint: there are over 20 along the Half Marathon course.)

 

HALF MARATHON: The Chartway Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon presented by Sentara starts on Waterside Drive and sends runners through Norfolk, Virginia. Runners will cruise through Downtown Norfolk, scenic historic neighborhoods, the Old Dominion University campus and along the Elizabeth River Trail before finishing beside the Elizabeth River. Once participants cross the finish line, they will enjoy a post-race celebration at Town Point Park

 

10K:The Chartway Norfolk Harbor 10K presented by Sentara starts on Waterside Drive in front of Town Point Park. All runners will make their way through Downtown Norfolk and its historic neighborhoods before an exciting waterfront finish along the Elizabeth River. Cross the finish line and celebrate your race at our rockin’ post-race party.

 

5K:The Chartway Norfolk Harbor 5K presented by Sentara starts on Waterside Drive-in front of Town Point Park. This fun 5K takes runners on a tour of Downtown Norfolk before finishing along the Elizabeth River. This race is an event for the whole family!

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