Skipjack Run

#irunthisbridge - the elegantly sloping half mile of Deal Island Bridge greets you at the start AND finish of both distances!

#runwithaview - the Chesapeake Bay Skipjack Fleet graces the harbor at the start line. It is the last commercial sail powered fishing fleet in North America and the only cohesive sailing fleet in the western hemisphere. You're sure to catch the osprey fishing for their final meals in our marsh creeks before they retire south for the winter. And what better way to recover from that bridge sprint than with a walk on the beach? Deal Island Beach is renown for it's treasure of sea glass!

Professional Chip Timing by TCR Event Management

100% of Proceeds Support Deal Island Community Thanksgiving Dinner ON Thanksgiving Day

Awesome Refreshments (got chocolate milk?)

Raffles & Unique Trophies

Race Day Registration

Simultaneous Start for 5K and 10K

No Duplicate Awards

Overall Male + Female / Masters Male + Female (over 40) / Age Groups (Male + Female) 

Long Sleeve Cotton Feel Tech Tee 

Multiple Water Stops

Walkers, Jogging Strollers + Well Mannered Canines With Leashes Welcome

No Rain Date or Refunds

EMT Assistance Available

Please watch the Facebook page for updates and the schedule of events!

Join fellow runners on September 12, 2026 for the Skipjack Run. It's a fantastic 5K, 10K featuring a flat and fast course in Deal Island.