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June 2021
29th Annual Lynchburg Road Runners Summer Track Series
$1.00
After missing last year, The Lynchburg Road Runners Summer Track Series is back in 2021 for the 29th year. The first four Tuesday evenings in June at 6:30 pm at the University of Lynchburg Track. Races for all ages, all abilities, in distances of 100 to 5,000 meters. WHO: All are invited. Ages 1 to 101! All abilities welcome, 4 minute through 15 minute milers, fast or slow sprinters. WHAT: Track Races as shown below. With exception of 1…
Find out more »29th Annual Lynchburg Road Runners Summer Track Series
$1.00
After missing last year, The Lynchburg Road Runners Summer Track Series is back in 2021 for the 29th year. The first four Tuesday evenings in June at 6:30 pm at the University of Lynchburg Track. Races for all ages, all abilities, in distances of 100 to 5,000 meters. WHO: All are invited. Ages 1 to 101! All abilities welcome, 4 minute through 15 minute milers, fast or slow sprinters. WHAT: Track Races as shown below. With exception of 1…
Find out more »Kindness Classic 5k
The Kindness 5k (formally Humankind 5k) is an event you don't want to miss. This is a summer road race tradition on the historic, shaded, streets of Peakland Place. This is the 3rd race of the Lynchburg Road Runners Race Series and benefits HumanKind.
Find out more »29th Annual Lynchburg Road Runners Summer Track Series
$1.00
After missing last year, The Lynchburg Road Runners Summer Track Series is back in 2021 for the 29th year. The first four Tuesday evenings in June at 6:30 pm at the University of Lynchburg Track. Races for all ages, all abilities, in distances of 100 to 5,000 meters. WHO: All are invited. Ages 1 to 101! All abilities welcome, 4 minute through 15 minute milers, fast or slow sprinters. WHAT: Track Races as shown below. With exception of 1…
Find out more »29th Annual Lynchburg Road Runners Summer Track Series
$1.00
After missing last year, The Lynchburg Road Runners Summer Track Series is back in 2021 for the 29th year. The first four Tuesday evenings in June at 6:30 pm at the University of Lynchburg Track. Races for all ages, all abilities, in distances of 100 to 5,000 meters. WHO: All are invited. Ages 1 to 101! All abilities welcome, 4 minute through 15 minute milers, fast or slow sprinters. WHAT: Track Races as shown below. With exception of 1…
Find out more »July 2021
3rd Annual Beast Lake 5k & Obstacle Course Race
Eastlake Community Church invites you to participate in the 3rd Annual Beastlake 5K and Obstacle Course races on Saturday July 3. This is a community event open to all people, of all fitness levels, from the novice to the hardcore athlete. Choose from one of three events that best suits your fitness and skill level. This event raises fund for Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy.
Find out more »19th Annual Percival’s Island Firecracker 5-Miler
Start your 4th of July celebration with Percival's Island Firecracker 5 Miler! Lynchburg is known as the "Hill City"....but this course is flat, flat, flat. The start finish is located at the Blackwater Creek Natural Area Percival's Island in downtown Lynchburg and the course follows the Blackwater Creek Bikeway...a paved rails to trails path along the James River. A bit longer than a 5k but without the effort of a 10k, 5 miles is considered by many the perfect distance.
Find out more »August 2021
Appomattox Firetruck 5k and 1 Mile Walk
Show your support for the Appomattox Volunteer Fire Department by participating in the Appomattox Firetruck 5k & 1 Mile Walk! This will be a great community and family event. The proceeds from this race will help the AVFD purchase a new fire engine, replacing Fire Engine #1, after 30 years of service.
Find out more »September 2021
47th Virginia 10 Miler
The historic Moore & Giles Virginia 10 Miler will celebrate its 47th year on September 24-25, 2021. Join more than 4,000 runners on a historic course that has hosted participants from around the globe. The 10 mile run, 4 and more mile run/walk, and Amazing Mile Children's Run invite men, women, and children of all ages and abilities to participate. The festivities begin Thursday night with packet pick-up, and continue Friday with the Amazing Mile Children’s Run, and a fun,…
Find out more »October 2021
8th Annual High Bridge Half Marathon & 5k
The town of Farmville in south central Virginia has been hailed as “America’s Crucible”. The site of one of the last battles of the War Between the States and one of the first critical moments in the Battle for Civil Rights in Education, Farmville is truly the Heart of Virginia. Home to Green Front Furniture and a delightful historic commercial district filled with restaurants, retail, and galleries, Farmville promises something for everyone who comes to spend a day, a weekend,…
Find out more »Deep Hollow Trail Half Marathon & 5k Trail Race
Challenge yourself on the beautiful trails of Liberty Mountain which is adjacent to Liberty University. The start and finish for this annual event is at Camp Hydaway. This year's Half Marathon begins at 8:00 A.M.. The Deep Hollow 5k is scheduled for the same day with a start time of 8:15 A.M.. This event is part of the Liberty University Trail Race Series. LMTS Information
Find out more »Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fall 5k
The Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fall 5k, presented by Neighbors Helping Neighbors of Amherst County, will take place on the beautiful campus of Sweet Briar College. Enjoy the picturesque scenery of the infamous "Dairy Loop" as well as the surrounding of Sweet Briar College. Proceeds from this event support Neighbors Helping Neighbors of Amherst County, Inc (NHN) where our primary focus is to assist individuals in overcoming food insecurity by providing nutritious meals through food kitchens and selective shopping Food Warehouse.…
Find out more »Annual I Am Woman 5K Run & Walk
The Children's Miracle Network is proud to present the annual I AM WOMAN 5k. This year's event offers an "in person" and "virtual" option for participation. This is Lynchburg's only ALL FEMALE road race. MAKE A DIFFERENCE BY PARTICIPATING The I Am Woman 5K 2021 race is working with the Centra Foundation and the Children’s Miracle Network to raise funds for the parents and children in our community. This ensures we can partner with our families and help them to…
Find out more »Jamborun Sunset 5K Run/Walk
Eastlake Community Church invites you to participate in the 3rd Annual Jamborun 5k, Saturday evening, October 31st. This is a community event open to all people, of all fitness levels, from the novice to the seasoned athlete. The event concludes the EastLake Community Church Fall Jamboree. Come early and bring the whole family to experience a petting zoo, laser tag, bluegrass music, free food, a chili cook off and an adventure trail for the kids. Then enjoy a sunset race…
Find out more »November 2021
CASA Superhero Run 2021
Become a SUPER HERO and participate to support CASA of Central Virginia. This event has become a Fall tradition for many. Superhero costumes for both the 5k run & walk and children's 1 mile events are encouraged. All races and festival are located at Percival's Island and courses are on the Blackwater Creek Bikeway.
Find out more »Mike Donahue Valley View 5 Mile Trail Race
Challenge yourself on the trails of Liberty Mountain during the annual Fall event honoring Maj. Mike Donahue. This event is open to the public, part of the Liberty Mountain Trail Series, and a kick-off event to Military Appreciation Week at Liberty University.
Find out more »A Virtual Evening with Olympian Des Linden
Riverside Runners and Brooks are excited to invite you to a virtual evening with Olympian and 2018 Boston Marathon Champion Des Linden. The event kicks off the 21st anniversary of Riverside Runners serving the Lynchburg community. Be inspired by one of America's most accomplished distance runners. Des will have just competed at this year's Boston and NYC Marathons. The event is FREE and available to registered guests. To participate, please register. The evening of the virtual presentation a link will be made…
Find out more »Girls on the Run of Central Virginia Celebration 5k (Fall)
Girls on the Run of Central Virginia participants, coaches, family members, and running buddies will celebrate the conclusion of their Fall 2021 season on the beautiful campus of Sweet Briar College.
Find out more »Lynchburg Turkey Trot for Humankind – 5k Run & Walk
Start Thanksgiving Day off on the right foot at the Lynchburg Turkey Trot for HumanKind. Before the big games, the big meal, the parades and the pies, why not get in a little exercise with a few thousand neighbors? It’s an event the whole family will enjoy! If you’ve never been before, we encourage you to join us this Thanksgiving and make it a family tradition! You’ll also be giving “thanks” by helping individuals and families throughout our community! Proceeds…
Find out more »Waynesboro Family YMCA Turkey Trot (In Memory of Dick Meador)
Join in the holiday fun with a Turkey Trot event hosted by the Waynesboro Family YMCA. Fitness options include a 500yd Swim, Gobbler Trot, and 5k Run & Walk.
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