The Sentara Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon & 5K Weekend returns for its 14th annual celebration on October 4–5, 2025, bringing a party-like race weekend to Downtown Hampton, Virginia. Participants can choose from the Half Marathon, 5K, or Kids’ 1-Mile, or take on the “Shell Yeah!” Challenge by running both the 5K and Half Marathon to earn an extra medal. The certified, chip-timed courses are flat and scenic, passing by historic neighborhoods, waterfront views, Bluebird Gap Farm, and through the heart of Hampton Roads. Aid stations are available every two miles, with fun extras like popsicles and GU energy at select points. After the race, runners are invited to a lively finish festival with food trucks, beer from local breweries, live entertainment, and a true coastal Virginia community vibe.
Races
Race Date:
05 October, 2025
The Sentara Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon starts at 7:30 AM on Sunday, October 5, 2025, beginning near the Hampton Coliseum and winding through historic downtown and waterfront streets before finishing back at the Coliseum. Organized by J&A Racing, this fast, flat, and scenic coastal course includes aid stations every two miles, post-race craft beer, live music, and a festive celebration.
Race Date:
04 October, 2025
Held at 8:00 AM on Saturday, October 4, 2025, the 5K begins in front of the Hampton Roads Convention Center and follows a flat route past Bluebird Gap Farm and the Coliseum. Organized by J&A Racing, it’s designed for runners and families and celebrates community spirit with chip timing and a lively post-race festival.
Weather based on historical averages. Route data provided by Strava, based on last year's race.
FAQs
What is the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
How long is the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
Where does the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
The Sentara Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon starts at 7:30 AM on Sunday, October 5, 2025, beginning near the Hampton Coliseum and winding through historic downtown and waterfront streets before finishing back at the Coliseum. Organized by J&A Racing, this fast, flat, and scenic coastal course includes aid stations every two miles, post-race craft beer, live music, and a festive celebration.
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon takes place in Hampton, VA, USA.
Runna classifies the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon 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 Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
The Sentara Crawlin’ Crab Half Marathon starts at 7:30 AM on Sunday, October 5, 2025, beginning near the Hampton Coliseum and winding through historic downtown and waterfront streets before finishing back at the Coliseum. Organized by J&A Racing, this fast, flat, and scenic coastal course includes aid stations every two miles, post-race craft beer, live music, and a festive celebration.
How long is the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon take place?
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon takes place in Hampton, VA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
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 Sentana Crawlin' Crab Half Marathon?
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 Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K?
How long is the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K?
Where does the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K?
How can I prepare for the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K?
Held at 8:00 AM on Saturday, October 4, 2025, the 5K begins in front of the Hampton Roads Convention Center and follows a flat route past Bluebird Gap Farm and the Coliseum. Organized by J&A Racing, it’s designed for runners and families and celebrates community spirit with chip timing and a lively post-race festival.
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K is 5km long.
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K takes place in Hampton, VA, USA.
Runna classifies the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 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 Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K?
Held at 8:00 AM on Saturday, October 4, 2025, the 5K begins in front of the Hampton Roads Convention Center and follows a flat route past Bluebird Gap Farm and the Coliseum. Organized by J&A Racing, it’s designed for runners and families and celebrates community spirit with chip timing and a lively post-race festival.
How long is the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K?
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K take place?
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K takes place in Hampton, VA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K?
Runna classifies the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Sentana Crawlin' Crab 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 Sentana Crawlin' Crab 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!
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Running
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Fun Run
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