5K Angel Run
About this race
Join us for the 5K Angel Run, Kennedy’s Angel Gowns’ signature annual fundraiser held each October during Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. Since 2017, this meaningful event has welcomed hundreds of runners, walkers, and supporters and raised thousands to support our mission of serving families facing the unimaginable loss of a baby.
The 5K Angel Run is more than a race—it’s a moment to gather in remembrance. Families and friends participate in honor of their precious “angel babies,” and Kennedy’s Angel Gowns shares their names in special and heartfelt ways throughout the event. A moving tribute is included in our race-day program to uplift grieving families and remind them that they are not alone.
Every step you take helps us continue the vital programs we offer—The Angel Box, Angel Baby Funeral, Cooling Units, and Community-Based Doula Support. All proceeds directly support the work of our non-profit organization.
Whether you’re running in memory, walking in support, volunteering behind the scenes, or cheering from the sidelines, you’re part of something powerful.
We continue to enhance the race experience each year thanks to a dedicated team of volunteers and the many generous supporters who sponsor, donate, and serve. Your participation helps raise awareness and shed light on a community that often grieves in silence.
Lace up and meet us at the beautiful Oak Grove Park in Chesapeake, Virginia, or virtually! Let’s run with purpose. Let’s run for our angels.
Join fellow runners on October 11, 2025 for the 5K Angel Run. It's a fantastic 5K, Kids Fun Run featuring a flat and fast course in Chesapeake.
Pick your distance
Running
5K Run/Walk
All ages walk, jog, or run the 5K. Add an angel baby's name to the race shirt (sign up by 9/30).
5K Stroller Run/Walk
**Jogger stroller is recommended** Walk, jog, or run as you push your baby in a stroller. Add an angel baby's name to the race shirt (sign up by 9/30).
5K Virtual Run/Walk
Walk or run at a location of your choice and post your results. Enter your virtual results when you're finished! Race packet ships and will arrive after race day. Add an angel baby's name to the race shirt (sign up by 9/30).
Kids Fun Run
Join us for the Kids Fun Run, open to children ages 10 and below! This exciting event takes place just before the 5K Angel Run. It's a wonderful opportunity for the little ones to get active and have fun while supporting a great cause. Register your child today and let them be a part of this special event!
Wheelchair
5K Wheelchair
Participants in a wheelchair can register for the 5K event, and if needed, the person pushing the wheelchair can join for free. Add an angel baby's name to the race shirt (sign up by 9/30).
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Chesapeake in 2025, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Chesapeake
5K Angel Run takes place in Chesapeake, Virginia, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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