Health & Fitness
Events
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Gavin Dustin 5k
Mathews Elementary School 347 Church Street, Mathews, VA, United StatesJoin MHS student Gavin Dustin on the morning of April 19th as he hosts a 5k race at Mathews Elementary School to benefit the youth soccer program at the Mathews Family YMCA, while fulfilling the requirements of a school project. Race start time is 9:30am and is open to participants of all ages and skill […]
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Gwynn’s Island Raw Bar Run
Oyster Seed Holdings 425 Callis Wharf Rd, Grimstead, VA, United StatesThe 11th annual race is entering its second decade & re-branded as the Gwynn’s Island Raw Bar Run. The event features a brand-new 5k course, an all-new name & vibe, and […]
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Tour de Chesapeake
Mathews, VA, United StatesMark your calendar for the third weekend in May! This tour is the only Coastal Virginia, Chesapeake Bay bike tour — over a thousand visitors come each year to enjoy […]
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Islander Regatta
Islander Hotel & Resort 633 Old Ferry Road, Mathews, VA, United StatesAnnual 9 mile paddling event for non-motorized craft, circumnavigating one of Virginia’s few inhabited islands: Gwynn’s Island in Mathews County. Registration cost is $65 per person not per boat. Tandem kayaks, 8-person racing shells, paddle boats and even dragon boats (!!) are permitted as long as they are human powered, non-motorized. Each paddler must register […]
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Wharf to Wharf Swim
Williams Wharf 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, United StatesThe one-mile swim will begin at 10 am in waves, based on the following categories: PUFFERFISH uses swim aids/ swim fins/ flotation device. You’re not a strong swimmer OR just want […]
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Piankatank Ruritan Club 7138 Buckley Hall Road, Mathews, VA, United StatesGive the gift of life- donate blood at one of the Red Cross' Blood Drives this year! Drink plenty of water, and come in ready to give blood. January 28, […]
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YMCA Fall Open House
Mathews Family YMCA 10746 Buckley HallRoad, Mathews, VA, United StatesThe Mathews Family YMCA is inviting the community to attend an open house from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. The Mathews Y is located at 33 Cricket Hill Road, […]
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Mathews Marathon, Half-Marathon & Relay
Put-In-Creek Landing 50 Brickbat Road, Mathews, VA, United StatesCome out and run the "world's flattest race course!" Check out the schedule of events here: https://mocva.net/marathon/schedule/ 2025 Registration for Mathews Marathon, Half Marathon & Marathon Relay includes a Friday Carbo Load meal provided by Mathews Family YMCA. before 9/1 – $85 Full Marathon — $60 Half Marathon eff 9/1 – $100 Full Marathon – […]
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Piankatank Ruritan Club 7138 Buckley Hall Road, Mathews, VA, United StatesGive the gift of life- donate blood at one of the Red Cross' Blood Drives this year! Drink plenty of water, and come in ready to give blood. January 28, April 15, July 15, September 9, December 2- you can register for any or all of the dates on redcrossblood.org!
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Her Voice, Your Strength
The Shores at Cedar Point 528 Cedar Point Lane, Bohannon, VA, United StatesHey ladies of Mathews County!! Grab your friends, & join us for a FREE & FUN evening of women's empowerment, featuring safety tips & demonstrations from local law enforcement personnel & defense tactics professionals! Pre-registration required by April 6, 2026 Reserve your spot now by calling 804-725-2154
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Islander Regatta
Islander Hotel & Resort 633 Old Ferry Road, Mathews, VA, United StatesAnnual 9 mile paddling event for non-motorized craft. Circumnavigating one of Virginia’s few inhabited islands: Gwynn’s Island in Mathews County. Registration cost is $65 per person not per boat. Tandem kayaks, 8-person racing shells, paddle boats and even dragon boats (!!) are permitted as long as they are human powered, non-motorized. Each paddler must register […]
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