15th Annual Dewey Goes Pink
The 'Gugie' Run
Benefiting our local Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition
Saturday - October 3, 2026 at 11 am
Dewey Beach, DE
Race/Walk SELLS OUT at 5,000 participants!
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
5K Run (OR) 5K Walk Registration Opening soon
Registration opens in 7 hours 16 minutes-
Includes timed 3.24 mile race or walk, a collectible T-shirt, and one post-race party pass. All fees are shown in price. Due to popularity of this event, there are NO refunds.
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$55.00
Early Bird Pricing
Aug 1 – Aug 24 -
$65.65Aug 25 – Sep 26
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1.5M FUN Walk Registration Opening soon
Registration opens in 7 hours 16 minutes-
Includes untimed 1.5-mile fun Walk, collectible T-shirt, and one post-race party pass. All fees are shown in price. Due to popularity of this event, there are NO refunds.
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$55.00
Early Bird Pricing
Aug 1 – Aug 24 -
$65.65Aug 25 – Sep 26
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Guest Pass - Post Race Party Opening soon
Purchase this for additional guests who will be joining you. Includes access to the post party. Does not include the 1.5-mile Fun Walk or 5K Timed Race/Walk. All fees are shown in price. Due to popularity of this event, there are NO refunds.
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$35.00
Sponsor Registration - 5K Run (OR) 5K Walk Closed
Includes timed 3.24 Mile race/walk, collectible T-shirt, and post-race party pass
Sponsor Registration - 1.5M FUN Walk Closed
Includes untimed Fun Walk, collectible T-shirt, and post-race party pass
Sponsor Registration - Post Race Party Closed
Attending the After Party Only - Includes Collectible T-Shirt and Post Race Party. This does not include a bib for the Fun Walk or 5K Race/Walk.
If your company offers matching grant opportunities, please consider directing them to the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition in support of Dewey Goes Pink. Your contribution, when matched, doubles the impact—helping fund life-saving programs, education, and support for those affected by breast cancer.
For more information, please contact Connie Holdridge.
302-212-2947 x1030 or (302) 542-3450 cell
Online Silent Auction
Dewey Goes Pink has grown into a day that is very special to so many folks, each in their own way.
Our Auction is just another way for you to participate in the event, whether you are here in October or not. 100% of the proceeds from the auction go to benefit the Sussex County Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition. To read more about the organization, please visit their website https://debreastcancer.org/
To access our auction, please visit https://www.32auctions.com/DeweyGoesPink2026
Raffle - Blaupunkt Fiene Electric Bicycle
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This year's raffle is a Blaupunkt Fiene Electric Bicycle, donated by Breakaway Bikes in Dewey Beach. Value = $1,599
Raffle tickets will be on sale on Saulsbury Street near packet pickup starting Friday, October 2, until 12 noon on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
1 ticket = $5
5 tickets = $20
You can read about the bike - https://blaupunkt.com/product/fiene/
Special thank you to Breakaway Bikes for their support of Dewey Goes Pink!
Packet Pick Up details
 | Packet Pickup is located at The Starboard, under the tents on Saulsbury Street. The Starboard, Delaware 1, Dewey Beach, DE, USA Packet Pickup is by BIB NUMBER. Need your number? Friday, October 2, 2026 - packet pickup is available from 3 pm to 8 pm Saturday, October 3,2026 - packet pickup is available from 9 am to 10:30 am. On Friday, join us for live music by the Pips on the outside stage beginning at 5 pm. Beverage service will be available outside, too. Let the party begin! Sponsors can pick up their packets at the VIP Party on Thursday, October 1, 2026. LATE PACKET PICKUP Did you miss packet pickup? While you didn't get to race or walk, you can still get your party wristband and race t-shirt. Late Packet Pickup will be available at the registration tent on Saturday from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. |
As of August 1, 2026 - subject to change - check back closer to the race
Friday, October 2, 2026
3:00 pm: Packet Pickup BEGINS by BIB NUMBER
5:00 pm: Live Music by the Pips on the Outside Stage
8:00 pm: Packet Pickup ENDS
9:30 pm: Decade 80s on the Starboard Indoor Stage
Saturday, October 3, 2026
9:00 am - 10:30 am: Packet Pickup by BIB NUMBER
10:30 am: Runners - cross to the Northbound side of Highway One
10:30 am: 1.5 Mile Fun Walkers - line up outside Izzy Plaza on the Southbound side of Highway One
10:55 am: National Anthem
11:00 am: Start of Race & 1.5 Mile Fun Walk
11:30 am - 1:00 pm: Medal pick-up at Registration area (for top 3 finishers in five-year age groups from "9 and under" to "80 and over")
11:30 am: Bethany Blues Buffet & Grotto's Pizza Truck Open
11:30 am: Music by Kristen & the Noise
12:00 pm: Team Fundraising Competition Ends & Raffle Ticket Sales End
12:30 pm: Award presentation on Stage - Individual & Team Awards (winners should line up next to the stage)
Raffle Ticket will be drawn on stage for the winner of the Electric Bike donated by PedalTech Electric Bikes
1:00 pm: Online Auction Closes - pickup available from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm behind the outdoor stage
2:00 pm: Race Shirt Exchange Available at Merch Collection Store (northbound side of Hwy 1) - (only if extra shirts are available)
2:30 pm: Music by Bryen O'Boyle
4:30 pm: 15th Annual Dewey Goes Pink ends, but the fun continues inside the Starboard!
BATHROOMS
There are Porta-Potties at the intersection of Saulsbury/Bayard Ave as you end the race/walk. Additional Porta-Potties are to the side of the stage. The Starboard bathrooms are also available.
FOOD & DRINK
Bethany Blues of Lewes provides a HUGE complementary buffet for all runners, walkers, and those who purchased a post-party wristband. Grottos Pizza will have its pizza truck providing complimentary slices for guests. And, Vanderwende's will have ice cream available for purchase from their truck.
Complimentary water and alcoholic beverages are also provided for runners, walkers, and those with post-party wristbands. Beverages are available outside at the bars. Dogfish Head and First State Brewing will also be on site, pouring complimentary samples of their beer.
The Starboard is also open for business! You can head inside and purchase your favorites from our bartenders.
MEDAL PICK UP
Top three finishers in five-year age groups from "9 and under" to "80 and over" receive a medal. Medals can be picked up at the registration area on Saulsbury Street between 11:30 am - 1:00 pm.
PARKING
Parking is FREE in Dewey Beach. Don't block a driveway and be mindful of the yellow-marked areas on the street. Park outside the yellow markings. We advise parking toward the south side of town and walking up, as the area around the Starboard can get very congested. There are many spots available on the bayside of both Dagsworthy Avenue and McKinley Avenue.
RACE SHIRT EXCHANGE
Not happy with the size you selected? You can exchange your unused race shirt beginning at 2 pm on Saturday at the Starboard MERCH store. The Merch store is located across the street from the event on the northbound side of Highway One. These are the extra shirts; not every size will be available.
WATER STOPS
- 5K Race: There is one water stop near the Rehoboth Elementary School.
- 1.5 Mile Fun Walk: There is one water stop 1/2 way through the walk.
5K Race/Walk Map
NOTE: In order to move the finish line to Bayard Street, the race will measure 3.24 miles vs a traditional 5K of 3.1 miles.
1.5 Mile Fun Walk
Award Ceremony will be held at 12:30 pm on Saturday, October 3, 2026, on the stage.
- Overall Male and Overall Female are awarded a medal and a $100 Starboard Gift Certificate
- Male and Female Masters are awarded a medal and a $50 Starboard Gift Certificate
- Top three finishers in five-year age groups from "9 and under" to "80 and over" receive a medal
Team Awards:
Total money raised as of 12:00 pm on Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Top 3 Teams that raise the most money will be awarded a Starboard Cup - the largest cup will go to the 1st place team!
- Top 3 teams that raise the most money will also be awarded a bottle of champagne.
Contact information
- Event contact
- Sophia Gonser
- Website
- Visit website
2026 DGP Sponsors
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Founders & Sponsors
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Presenting Sponsor
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40 DD Level Sponsors
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38 D Level Sponsors
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