{"product_id":"national-beach-day-virtual-race-2026-1-mile-5k-10k-half-marathon-marathon","title":"National Beach Day Virtual Race 2026 – 1 Mile - 5K - 10K - Half Marathon - Marathon","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Beach Day Virtual Race 2026 – 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon \u0026amp; Marathon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏖️ Sun. Sand. Miles. National Beach Day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrab your running shoes, soak up some sunshine, and celebrate one of the best places on Earth—the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeach!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Beach Day Virtual Race\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a tropical-inspired running and walking challenge celebrating \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Beach Day on August 30, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose your distance—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon (13.1) or Marathon (26.2)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—and complete your race \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eanytime during 2026, from anywhere in the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRun along the shoreline. Walk your neighborhood. Hit the trails. Jump on the treadmill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don't actually need a beach to earn this one. 🌴🌊\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour race. Your pace. Your place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌊 Celebrate National Beach Day – August 30\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Beach Day is celebrated every year on August 30\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it the perfect excuse to get outside, get moving, and appreciate the beauty of our beaches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can complete your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Beach Day Virtual Race anytime during 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but August 30 is an especially fun day to complete your miles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're lucky enough to live near the coast, take your race to the beach and let the ocean provide the soundtrack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo beach nearby?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo problem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour neighborhood, favorite trail, local park, track or treadmill works just as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏃 Choose Your Distance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake this challenge completely your own:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Mile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5K\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10K\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHalf Marathon – 13.1 Miles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarathon – 26.2 Miles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalk it. Run it. Jog it. Break it into manageable miles if you need to.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno pace requirements, no official starting line and no travel required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're completing your very first mile or adding another marathon to your accomplishments, there's a distance waiting for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏅 A Slate Race Medal Unlike the Rest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is where the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Beach Day Virtual Race\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e really stands out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of a traditional metal race medal, you'll receive a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeautiful round medal made from natural slate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colorful National Beach Day artwork is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV printed directly onto the slate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating a gorgeous textured finish that complements the natural surface of the stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLook closely and you can actually see and feel the texture throughout the design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Palm trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌊 Rolling ocean waves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ A glowing beach sunset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏄 A surfboard featuring runner silhouettes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⭐ Starfish and seashells\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏃 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1 and 26.2 distance markers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 2026 details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural slate and UV printing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives each medal a unique, substantial feel and turns your finisher medal into something that feels more like a keepsake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause slate is a natural material, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eslight variations in texture and edges are normal and make each medal unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎁 Your Registration Includes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach National Beach Day Virtual Race registration includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🏅 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Beach Day 2026 slate finisher medal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🎨 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful textured UV-printed design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🎽 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoordinating 2026 National Beach Day race bib\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e🏃 Your choice of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Mile, 5K, 10K, 13.1 or 26.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e❤️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDonation to the American Skin Association\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 A tropical reminder of the miles you accomplished in 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❤️ Miles That Help Make a Difference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour National Beach Day miles can make an impact beyond the finish line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15% of every National Beach Day Virtual Race registration will be donated to the American Skin Association\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, helping support its work in skin health, education and research.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's a fitting cause for a race inspired by sunshine, beaches and spending time outdoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo while you're earning a beautiful new slate medal, you're also helping support an important organization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Virtual Run Events is not affiliated with the American Skin Association. We independently select charitable organizations for our races and donate a portion of registration proceeds to help support their work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👟 Complete Your Race Anywhere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe beauty of a virtual race is that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyou choose the starting line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete your National Beach Day race:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlong the beach 🌊\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a boardwalk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround your neighborhood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt a local park\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn your favorite running trail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a treadmill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the gym\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a track\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile you're on vacation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt another organized race\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith your running club\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith friends or family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOr completely on your own\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose your distance, decide when and where you want to complete it, and make the experience yours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👨👩👧👦 Runners AND Walkers Are Welcome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don't need to be a competitive runner to participate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Beach Day Virtual Race\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is designed for runners and walkers of all experience levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginners are welcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalkers are welcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamilies are welcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperienced runners are welcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd beach lovers who simply want an excuse to get moving are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003edefinitely\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e welcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePick the distance that challenges you and start moving toward your own finish line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📦 Your Medal Doesn't Have to Wait for August 30\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this is a virtual race you can complete anytime during 2026, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyou don't have to wait until National Beach Day to get started.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce your race package arrives, you can choose the perfect day to complete your miles—or save your race for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Beach Day on August 30\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is a Virtual Race?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003evirtual race\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a running or walking event you complete from a location of your choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of traveling to an official starting line at a specific time, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyou decide where, when and how you complete your race.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRun outdoors, walk your neighborhood, tackle a trail, use a treadmill or complete your miles at another race.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou set your own pace, track your own time and cross your own finish line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual races are a great option for runners and walkers looking for flexible \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5K races, 10K challenges, half marathons, marathons, walking challenges and fitness motivation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e without the travel and scheduling requirements of a traditional race.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❤️ Every Race Helps a Different Charity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Virtual Run Events, we believe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emiles can make a difference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe select charitable organizations to benefit from our virtual races and donate a portion of registration proceeds to those causes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, the Virtual Run Events community has helped raise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emore than $1 million for charities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e through virtual races and fitness challenges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery registration helps us continue turning miles into meaningful impact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⭐ VIP Members Save 50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanning to complete more than one virtual race this year?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/virtualrunevent.com\/products\/virtual-run-events-vip-member-and-loyalty-program-monthly-membership\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual Run Events VIP Membership Program\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/virtualrunevent.com\/products\/virtual-run-events-vip-member-and-loyalty-program-monthly-membership\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eand receive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50% off races\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVIP members also gain access to our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoyalty Program\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing you to earn store credit and save even more on future virtual races and fitness challenges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Ready to Chase Some Sunshine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePick your distance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLace up your shoes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFind your starting line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd celebrate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Beach Day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e one mile at a time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegister for the 2026 National Beach Day Virtual Race and earn a one-of-a-kind UV-printed slate medal designed to bring a little sunshine to your medal collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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