The 35th Annual Mulberry Island Half Marathon and 5k Run takes place on Fort Eustis, an active Army installation and half of Joint Base Langley-Eustis. The Half Marathon starts on Lee Blvd, runs along the James River, past the historic Matthew Jones House, by Fort Eustis's Ghost Fleet of ships, along the side of The Pines Golf Course, and end if front of Anderson Field House. You'll be motivated throughout the entire course by volunteers, Active Duty military members, and will get to see what a real Army installation looks like. The Half Marathon is also a certified USATF course (VA14019RT).
Event Site: Anderson Field House
Date: September 17, 2016
Times:
Race Day Registration & Packet Pick-Up: 0600 (No packet pick-up before Race Day)
Half Marathon Start: 0730
5k Run Start: 0830
Access to Fort Eustis: Runners without a valid DOD ID will be required to stay to the right as they approach the main gate in order to obtain a temporary pass to enter Post. Please have a valid photo ID of everyone in the vehicle, along with current vehicle insurance and registration.
Fees:
Half Marathon: $40 ($45 after Sept. 7)
5k Run: $25 ($30 after Sept. 7)
Age Divisions:
19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Older
Prizes:
Engraved wine glasses for the Top 3 Overall Winners in each event + custom medals for 1st - 3rd place winners in each age division.
This is a Peninsula Track Club Grand Prix event.
No Refunds/No Rain Date