Justin's Beach House 5K Run & 2 Mile Walk

Justin’s Beach House 5K Run and 2 Mile Walk is a crisp start to Memorial Day weekend in Bethany Beach, with a 7:30 AM gun time that gets you moving before the holiday crowds reach the sand. You will run or walk a flat, fast route through the quiet streets of downtown, then finish on the boardwalk with Atlantic air in your face. It is the kind of course that works equally well for a serious 5K effort and an easy family outing.

You will start near the Bethany Bandstand at the intersection of Garfield Parkway and Atlantic Avenue, then make your way back toward the boardwalk finish where volunteers hand out commemorative medals. The event benefits Justin’s Beach House, a local retreat supporting families affected by cancer, so your miles carry a purpose beyond the clock.

Expect an active, community-minded field with a mix of competitive runners and casual walkers. The route is straightforward, but the boardwalk finish is the morning’s signature moment. We typically see age-group awards for the 5K, spanning youth through senior categories, and 5K participants receive chip timing with results posted online soon after the final finisher.

Plan ahead: online registration is typically $35 and the race can reach capacity, so securing your spot early is wise. If you can, pick up your packet Friday evening to skip Saturday lines, and arrive about 30 minutes before start time for street parking and a short warm-up. Dress for sun and exposure since shade is limited on the boardwalk, bring a reusable water bottle, and note that strollers are allowed while pets should stay home. For the easiest logistics, stay in Bethany Beach town limits or Sea Colony so you can walk or bike to the start, and you can broaden your search for regional coastal homes through Lake.com. Light rain usually does not stop the event, and there is generally no formal bag check, so plan to leave belongings in your vehicle or with a friend.