App Run

Virginia Beach Boardwalk, United States

Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 1
Virginia Beach Boardwalk - 2

Neptune Statue on Boardwalk and 31st Street

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Accessible for wheelchair participants

What is the Wings for Life World Run?

The Wings for Life World Run is a truly unique and global race for both runners and wheelchair participants. Instead of a finish line, competitors race side by side to keep ahead of the Virtual Catcher Car. On May 10, 2026 Wings for Life World Run participants in United States can also run together in Virginia Beach. Meet up with your friends, download the Wings for Life World Run App and join all the other people running until the Virtual Catcher Car catches you of course. The race starts at exactly 7:00:00 AM. The Virtual Catcher Car takes off 30 minutes after the start at 14 km/h and steadily increases its speed until the last athletes have been caught. 100% of all donations and the entry fees go directly into spinal cord research projects.

Track

Race Date: May 10, 2026 Race Location: Neptune Park (3001 Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451) Route: 3 mile loop along boardwalk starting at Neptune Park Start Time: 7:00am Check In: 5:30am - 6:45am

Prizing: Our race partner Tidewater Striders is offering a prize pool for the top 3 male and female runners. 1st Place Male and Female: $1,000 2nd Place Male and Female: $500 3rd Place Male and Female: $250

Additional information

Download the mobile app to participate

  1. 1

    Download the app

    • appstore
    • google play
  2. 2

    Complete checklist

  3. 3

    Run with the App

The Race Format

how farcan you run before
the catcher car
Keep Running!
Catcher Car
catches you?

Catcher Car
15 km

Partners

Global Partner

Adidas