Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 1st, 2026, to participate in this unique "live virtual" 5K/10K celebration of the U.S. Coast Guard's birthday (established 8/4/1790)—the second race in the 2026 Military Birthday Series honoring all branches of service throughout the year. This isn't your typical virtual race; it features a scheduled start time (8am Eastern), live check-in via text or Facebook Live, community support through a dedicated Facebook group, and custom engraved finisher medals. Runners will track their own time and distance using their preferred method, submitting screenshots for verification.