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
26 km
Half Marathon
5 km
Race Date:
04 October, 2025
Participants in the Shell Yeah! Challenge complete both the 5K on October 4 and the Half Marathon on October 5, 2025, earning an exclusive bonus medal. Organized by J&A Racing, this weekend-long challenge celebrates multi-race finishers with added swag and recognition for completing both events.
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FAQs
What is the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge?
How long is the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge?
Where does the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge?
How can I prepare for the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge?
Participants in the Shell Yeah! Challenge complete both the 5K on October 4 and the Half Marathon on October 5, 2025, earning an exclusive bonus medal. Organized by J&A Racing, this weekend-long challenge celebrates multi-race finishers with added swag and recognition for completing both events.
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge is 26km long.
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge takes place in Hampton, VA, USA.
Runna classifies the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Shell Yeah! Challenge?
Participants in the Shell Yeah! Challenge complete both the 5K on October 4 and the Half Marathon on October 5, 2025, earning an exclusive bonus medal. Organized by J&A Racing, this weekend-long challenge celebrates multi-race finishers with added swag and recognition for completing both events.
How long is the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge?
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge is 26km long.
Where does the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge take place?
The Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge takes place in Hampton, VA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge?
Runna classifies the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Sentana Crawlin' Crab Shell Yeah! Challenge?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Shell Yeah! Challenge?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Major City
Kid friendly
Fun Run
