Riverside Runners, Lynchburg, Virginia

Golf Park Run Club (Tuesdays @ 6:45am)
2023-08-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-08-08 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-08-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-08-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-08-29 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-09-05 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-09-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-09-19 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 10 more dates | Golf Park Coffee (Bedford Ave.), 2306 Bedford Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Like coffee? Like running? Join the fun on Tuesday mornings at our favorite coffee place… Golf Park Coffee on Bedford Avenue. The Golf Park Run Club will meet each Tuesday at 6:45am for a friendly stretch of the legs. Post-run drinks are 50% off!

Sports Injury Assessment w Rehab Associates
2023-08-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Free sports injury assessments from the experts at Rehabilitation Associates of Central Virginia at Riverside Runners. Do you have questions about discomfort while running (lower leg pain, knee pain, foot pain)? Jacqui Gooden, PT, DPT, a licensed physical therapist from RACV Timberlake Clinic, will be available to screen runners and answer any questions they may have about injuries, aches, and pains. No appointment necessary

Lynchburg Road Runner Club Race Series Awards Ceremony
2023-08-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Riverside Park, 2238 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Join your running friends and celebrate the results of the 2023 Spring / Summer LRRC Race Series. The awards ceremony will be Saturday August 26th at 10am at the Riverside Park gazebo. Rumor has it that these awards are lit (or can be lit).
Refreshments will be provided and raffle prizes awarded.
So, after your 10 miler training run on that day, stop by the park, meet with friends, enjoy some refreshments, clap for your your fellow runners, and maybe win a door prize!

Heart of Virginia Festival 10K & 5k Run
2023-09-16 08:30 - 10:30 | High Bridge Trail State Park (Farmville, VA), 311 Main Street, Farmville, VA, 23901, United States
The Heart of Virginia Festival has been moved to September. As a result the annual Heart of Virginia 10k & 5K has moved to September. We look forward to continuing this Farmville tradition!
10K Race Description (RUN ONLY):
The 10K begins at the Main Street Plaza on the High Bridge State Park Trail in Farmville, Virginia. This out and back course runs in the direction of the old Farmville train station. Grade is relatively flat. Surface is fine, crushed, gravel. Timing and scoring of the 10K run will be provided. Both the 10K and the 5K events start together at 8:30am. Medals will be presented to the top 3 overall male & female finishers and top finishers in each age category that participated in the 10K. Categories for men and women include: 18 & under, 19 – 29, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50 – 59, 60 – 69, 70 & over.
5K Run/Walk Description (RUN & WALK):
The 5K begins at the Main Street Plaza on the High Bridge State Park Trail in Farmville, Virginia. Runners and walkers are welcome to participate in the 5K and will be ranked together. This out and back course runs in the direction of the old Farmville train station. Grade is relatively flat. Surface is fine, crushed, gravel. Both the 10K and the 5K events start together at 8:30am. Medals will be presented to the top 3 overall male & female finishers and top finishers in each age category. Categories for men and women include: 18 & under, 19 – 29, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50 – 59, 60 – 69, 70 & over.

49th Virginia 10 Miler
2023-09-30 08:00 - 12:00 | E.C. Glass High School, 2111 Memorial Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24502, United States
The historic Moore & Giles Virginia 10 Miler will celebrate its 48th year running on September 24, 2022. 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, family-friendly festival in downtown Lynchburg. On Saturday, thousands will take part in the 10 mile run and our 4+ mile run/walk.
The Lynchburg Road Runners Club, founded in 1973 to organize the Virginia 10 Miler, continues to own and organize the Moore & Giles 10 Miler and its associated events

10th Annual High Bridge Half Marathon & 5k
2023-10-07 07:30 - 13:00 | High Bridge Trail State Park (Farmville, VA), 311 Main Street, Farmville, VA, 23901, United States
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, or a lifetime.
The historic High Bridge runs through the Heart of Virginia in Prince Edward and Cumberland Counties. Heralded as the largest bridge of its kind in the United States, the High Bridge and the battle for control of it was a contributing factor to General Robert E. Lee’s surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in nearby Appomattox Courthouse. Today, the bridge is the centerpiece of the 31-mile High Bridge Trail State Park that includes the historic commercial district of Farmville.
The race will be held on an out-and-back course beginning in Farmville Downtown at High Bridge Trail State Park Plaza. The park is a rail to trail conversion that is wide, level and has very little grade. The trail surface consists of finely crushed, well-packed limestone. The half marathon will cross the historic High Bridge twice. High Bridge is nearly a half mile long and towers 125 feet above the Appomattox River.
Runners will enjoy on-course support with spirit groups, music, water stations, and Port-O-Potties. Finsher medals will be presented to all Half Marathon finishers who complete their race during the designated time period of 4 hours.

31st Annual John A. Stephenson Memorial Youth Run
2023-10-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Riverside Park, 2238 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Join area youth runners of all ages for the 31st Annual Dr. John A. Stephenson Memorial Youth Run presented by the Lynchburg Road Runners. Dr. Stephenson was one of the founding pediatricians of Richeson Drive Pediatrics. Now Lynchburg Pediatrics. He promoted healthy children and being active outside. When he died at a young age a memorial race was started to honor his passion for promoting healthy lifestyles.
Race distances and courses are….3 & under 1/8th mile, 4-5 yrs old 1/4 mile, 6-7 yrs. old 1/2 mile, 8-13 yrs. old 1 mile. All events take place at Riverside Park, Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg, Virginia. Proceeds benefit the Lynchburg Road Runners Club a 501c3 non-profit whose mission remains to promote community health and wellness through the sport of running.

Deep Hollow Trail Half Marathon & 5k Trail Race
2023-10-21 08:00 - 12:00 | Camp Hydaway (Liberty University), 936 Camp Hydaway Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501, United States
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..

Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fall 5k
2023-10-21 09:00 - 11:30 | Sweet Briar College, 134 Chapel Road, Sweet Briar, VA, 24595, United States
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. On May 5th, 2016, we started serving nutritious lunch meals to anyone who has a need for a meal that day during lunchtime. NHN Volunteers prep and serve lunches twice a week.

Annual I Am Woman 5K Run & Walk
2023-10-28 08:00 - 11:00 | Alan B. Pearson Regional Cancer Center, 1701 Thomson Drive, Lynchbug, VA, 24501, United States
Centra Women & Children’s Services is proud to present the Annual I Am Woman 5K, benefitting Centra Pediatrics.
The 2023 I Am Woman 5K race is working with the Centra Foundation to raise funds for the parents and children in our community. This ensures we can partner with our families and help them to live their best lives.
Funds raised have helped secure specialized newborn and pediatric equipment such as fetal monitors, radiant Panda warmers and Omni beds for the Intensive Care Nursery. This equipment allows us to keep children in our community!
100% of funds raised through your participation and donations stays here in Lynchburg and makes it possible for us to save the lives of our tiniest population!!

CASA Superhero Run 2023
2023-11-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Percival’s Island – Blackwater Creek Natural Area, 1200 Concord Turnpike, Lynchburg, VA, 24504, United States
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.

Mike Donahue Valley View 5 Mile Trail Race
2023-11-11 09:00 - 11:00 | Camp Hydaway (Liberty University), 936 Camp Hydaway Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501, United States
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.

Lynchburg Turkey Trot presented by Scott Insurance
2023-11-23 08:00 - 11:00 | E.C. Glass High School, 2111 Memorial Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24502, United States
Participate in-person on Thanksgiving Day or continue with a TWIST on tradition from anywhere you choose!
Your Lynchburg Turkey Trot – Your Way. We believe that traditions are important – and as we have all learned, so is the ability to adapt and evolve. We are so excited to offer both a classic Thanksgiving Day run AND continue delivering cheer, holiday family fun, and spreading community spirit right to the doorstep so you can join in the fun from anywhere! Thank you for helping us keep the Lynchburg Turkey Trot alive – both in spirit and helping to feed families in need across our community.
Together we will share our LOVE for Lynchburg – our neighbors, our families, and our community as a whole. Join us this Thanksgiving to celebrate all we have to be thankful for and help a neighbor in need.
The Lynchburg Turkey Trot is more than a tradition – every registration feeds TWO families a Thanksgiving meal. HumanKind is still seeing high needs as families are striving to get back on their feet. There is no doubt in our mind that this Thanksgiving is an important time to help families in need.
Here’s how it works…Register and choose to be in-person or virtual, get your gear mailed to you or at the drive-thru packet pick up, join us on Thanksgiving morning or select a day of your choice to run or walk on a course of your choosing or treadmill, use our race app to keep track, submit your results to be added to the virtual leaderboard, and don’t forget to wear your turkey swag!
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Lynchburg Turkey Trot presented by Scott Insurance
