This commemorative event honors military service members and is organized by Tidewater Striders in partnership with the City of Suffolk. The race begins in Downtown Festival Park, with the 5 km run and walk starting at 8:00 AM, and the 1 mile event following at about 9:15 AM. The course is fast and relatively flat, weaving through the Riverview neighborhood, and includes one water station mid-course. All participants in the 5 km and 1 mile receive a premium T-shirt and finisher medal, and the event concludes with a post-race party that features music, refreshments, and awards by age group, as well as a military team competition.
Race
The Salute to Service 5K is organized by Tidewater Striders in partnership with the City of Suffolk Parks & Recreation, and is scheduled for Saturday, 8 November 2025, in Downtown Festival Park, Suffolk, Virginia, USA. The run (and accompanying 5K walk) begins at 8:00 AM EST, traverses a fast and relatively flat course through the Riverview neighborhood, and includes post-race hospitality, medals, T-shirts, and community celebration.
Weather based on historical averages.
FAQs
What is the Salute to Service 5K?
How long is the Salute to Service 5K?
Where does the Salute to Service 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Salute to Service 5K?
How can I prepare for the Salute to Service 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Salute to Service 5K?
The Salute to Service 5K is organized by Tidewater Striders in partnership with the City of Suffolk Parks & Recreation, and is scheduled for Saturday, 8 November 2025, in Downtown Festival Park, Suffolk, Virginia, USA. The run (and accompanying 5K walk) begins at 8:00 AM EST, traverses a fast and relatively flat course through the Riverview neighborhood, and includes post-race hospitality, medals, T-shirts, and community celebration.
The Salute to Service 5K is 5km long.
The Salute to Service 5K takes place in Suffolk, VA, USA.
Runna classifies the Salute to Service 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Salute to Service 5K?
The Salute to Service 5K is organized by Tidewater Striders in partnership with the City of Suffolk Parks & Recreation, and is scheduled for Saturday, 8 November 2025, in Downtown Festival Park, Suffolk, Virginia, USA. The run (and accompanying 5K walk) begins at 8:00 AM EST, traverses a fast and relatively flat course through the Riverview neighborhood, and includes post-race hospitality, medals, T-shirts, and community celebration.
How long is the Salute to Service 5K?
The Salute to Service 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Salute to Service 5K take place?
The Salute to Service 5K takes place in Suffolk, VA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Salute to Service 5K?
Runna classifies the Salute to Service 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Salute to Service 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Salute to Service 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
This event listing is for informational purposes only. Runna is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Salute to Service 5K & 1 Miler or Tidewater Striders. All event details are based on publicly available information and are provided solely to help users discover running events. Runna does not use any official logos, images, or proprietary content from this event or its organiser. Any trademarks or names mentioned are used descriptively to identify the event in a factual manner. For the most accurate and up to date information (including to register or purchase an entry to the event), please visit the Salute to Service 5K & 1 Miler website.
