# Event Details - **Event Name**: VMA223 Harrier Sundown All-American Picnic & Sunrise Before the Sundown (5k) - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 02 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: VMA223 Harrier Sundown All-American Picnic 4PM-9PM Join us for an unforgettable evening of community, patriotism, and family fun at the VMA-223 Sundown All-American Picnic! Experience the flyover of the VMA-223 aircraft, followed by a special meet-and-greet with the pilots — a truly memorable moment honoring the service and dedication of our military heroes. Enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner, beer garden, live entertainment, military vendors, and sweet treats including ice cream and Kona Ice, plus much more. This all-American celebration offers something for everyone! Hosted by the Greater Havelock Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Havelock and MCAS Cherry Point VMA-223 Squadron, this event brings together neighbors, families, and service members for an evening of appreciation and fun. Bring your lawn chairs, invite your friends, and come celebrate with us — we look forward to seeing you there! To sponsor the event or sign up as one of our military focused vendors please use the GiveButter link below. https://givebutter.com/VkUpqB Sunrise Before the Sundown 5K Join us for the "Sunrise Run Before The Sundown" 5k run at Marine Corps Base, Cherry Point as we bid farewell to the legendary AV-8 Harrier. As the Harrier community commemorates the aircraft's storied history and its contributions to our Marine Corps, this 5K run will honor the remarkable flights and missions the Harrier has undertaken while safeguarding our great nation. This run will initiate a full day of activities to commemorate the Harrier Community as we bid farewell to the AV-8 aircraft. $25 through race day Awards: Top 3 Overall Male and Female Top Male and Female in each age group: 15 & Under, 16–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+ Top 3 Active-Duty Spouse Oldest Aviator Oldest Marine Youngest Marine Giveaway: Registration includes a race t-shirt Course: To sign Up for the race- https://www.raceplace.com/events/183485/sunrise-run-before-the-sundown For Questions on either event please email Amanda marketing@havelockchamber.org - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/havelock/vma223-harrier-sundown-all-american-picnic-and-sunrise-before-the-sundown-5k/200029891694040 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, marathons, meet-and-greet, workshops, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 375 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Havelock - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: Walter B. Jones Park - **lat**: 34.875606 - **long**: -76.901284 - **full address**: Walter B. Jones Park, 96 Atlantic Ave, Havelock, NC 28532-1934, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: VMA223 Harrier Sundown All-American Picnic & Sunrise Before the Sundown (5k) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bedb06ef7021eb53b7133ab2fa6f261c9e9966ac16d2c817f89b53781dbbd2a8-rimg-w720-h720-dcffffff-gmir?v=1776700366 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is VMA223 Harrier Sundown All-American Picnic & Sunrise Before the Sundown (5k) being held? - **A:** VMA223 Harrier Sundown All-American Picnic & Sunrise Before the Sundown (5k) takes place on Tue, 02 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Tue, 02 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Walter B. Jones Park, 96 Atlantic Ave, Havelock, NC 28532-1934, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing VMA223 Harrier Sundown All-American Picnic & Sunrise Before the Sundown (5k) ? - **A:** VMA223 Harrier Sundown All-American Picnic & Sunrise Before the Sundown (5k) is organized by Havelock Chamber. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Havelock Chamber's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Havelock Chamber a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Havelock Chamber has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** VMA223 Harrier Sundown All-American Picnic & Sunrise Before the Sundown (5k) is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. 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