Eggleston OK5K & 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll
About the Event
17th Annual Eggleston OK5K & 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll
The Eggleston OK5K & 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll is more than a race—it’s a celebration of community, inclusion, and possibility. Join us for a memorable morning on the beautiful campus of Virginia Wesleyan University, where every step helps make a difference right here in Hampton Roads.
This event is open to individuals of all mobilities and abilities. With a completely paved and accessible course, the OK5K welcomes runners, walkers, wheelchair participants, families with strollers, and anyone who wants to move at their own pace. Along the way, you might even spot some of Eggleston’s incredible employees and program participants cheering you on—or rolling right beside you.
Why We Run, Walk & RollSince 1955, Eggleston has been dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for adults with disabilities through training, employment, recreation, and residential services. The OK5K & 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll is one of Eggleston’s primary fundraising event, and all proceeds directly support our mission.
Funds raised benefit adults with disabilities in Hampton Roads, with a special focus on Eggleston’s Day Support Programs and Brain Injury Services. These programs provide life-enriching supports that promote independence, personal growth, and community connection. Eggleston’s Brain Injury Services use both case management and a clubhouse model to help individuals achieve their personal goals, while Day Support Programs offer engaging, year-round services designed to enhance quality of life.
Make an Impact—Have Fun Doing ItWhen you participate in the OK5K & 1 Mile events, you’re helping people with disabilities with every step, stride, roll, and cheer. Plus, it’s a great time for the whole family—featuring music, kid-friendly activities, fun prizes, and more.
You won’t want to miss this inclusive, feel-good event. Come move with purpose, celebrate abilities of all kinds, and help Eggleston continue making a lasting impact in our community.
June 12th
PACKET PICK-UP
When: Friday, June 12, 2026 from 11AM-6PM at
Where: Eggleston Corporate Office (5145 E. Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk 23502)
June 13th
RACE DAY
When: Saturday, June 13th, 2026
- 7:00 AM – Doors Open for Registration
- 8:00AM – 1 Mile Run/Walk
- 8:45AM – 5K Run/Walk
- 10:00AM – Post Race Celebration
Where: Virginia Wesleyan University, Batten Student Center
5817 Wesleyan Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Join fellow runners on June 13, 2026 for the Eggleston OK5K & 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll. It's a fantastic 1.6K, 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Virginia Beach.
Races Offered
Running
1 Mile Run, Walk, Roll
5K Run, Walk, Roll
Walking
5K Competitive Race Walk
Note: This event is for race walking only, which has strict rules that one foot must be in contact with the ground at all times and a straight knee until the body passes over it—any runners will be disqualified and times will be voided.
About Virginia Beach
Eggleston OK5K & 1 Mile Run, Walk & Roll takes place in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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