Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fall 5k

Sweet Briar College 134 Chapel Road, Sweet Briar, VA, 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 […]

Lynchburg Road Runners Race Series Awards Banquet

Aviary at Miller Park 301 Grove Street, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Join your running friends for the annual Lynchburg Road Runners Race Series Awards Banquet. This Club event recognizes the race series award winners. New this year, the informal dinner, is being held at the Miller Park Aviary.  This is open to all runners and their families.  There is no cost to current Club members. Non-Members […]

Appomattox Hot Chocolate 5k

Falling River Country Club 2140 Country Club Road, Appomattox, VA, United States

Celebrate Fall, fitness, and your love for hot chocolate with a 5k at Falling River Country Club golf course. All abilities are welcome. The first 140 finishers will receive a ceramic, FINISHER MUG. Post race, enjoy tasty treats AND hot chocolate! This event is organized by and benefits the Appomattox Country Chamber of Commerce.

Girls on the Run of Central Virginia Celebration 5k (Fall)

Sweet Briar College 134 Chapel Road, Sweet Briar, VA, United States

Girls on the Run of Central Virginia participants, coaches, family members, and running buddies will celebrate the conclusion of their Fall 2019 season on the beautiful campus of Sweet Briar College. 

Lynchburg Turkey Trot for Humankind – 5k Run & Walk

E.C. Glass High School 2111 Memorial Ave., Lynchburg, VA, United States

Start Thanksgiving Day off on the right foot at the Lynchburg Turkey Trot for HumanKind sponsored by Wells Fargo. 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 […]

Waynesboro Family YMCA Turkey Trot (In Memory of Dick Meador)

Waynesboro Family YMCA 648 South Wayne Avenue, Waynesboro, VA, United States

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.

Peaks of Otter Christmas Classic 5k

Beale's Brewery 510 Grove Street, Bedford, VA, United States

The Peaks of Otter Christmas Classic 5k is celebrating 40 years! Join runners and walkers of all ages and abilities for this central Virginia holiday tradition. Children are also invited to participate in the "Peaks Junior" 1 Mile and 1/4 Mile fun run. Proceeds support the Bedford Area YMCA. This event is known for its […]

Reindeer Run 2 Miler Trail Run

Camp Hydaway (Liberty University) 936 Camp Hydaway Road, Lychburg, VA, United States

'Tis the season to celebrate with the students of Liberty University as they run, walk, and gallop 2 miles (most in costume) on the trails of Liberty Mountain.This event is part of the Liberty Mountain Trail Series. For more LMTS info please click HERE.

Farmville Jingle Bell Run/Walk

First Avenue Field 407 First Avenue, Farmville, VA, United States

Join in the fun of this Farmville holiday tradition. Runners and walkers are welcome.  Enjoy the neighborhoods surrounding Longwood University.

Riverside Runners Jingle Bell Fun Run

Riverside Runners 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Come share in the holiday fun! With jingle bells on our shoes we'll spread some holiday cheer along Rivermont Avenue. This festive holiday tradition is open to all. Prizes given to those with the most holiday spirit (like costumes). Cookies and hot chocolate served afterward. Run up to 5 miles. All are welcome. No registration […]

Riverside Runners Jingle Bell Fun Run

Riverside Runners 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Come share in the holiday fun! With jingle bells on our shoes we'll spread some holiday cheer along Rivermont Avenue. This festive holiday tradition is open to all. Those on Santa's "good" list might even win a door prize! Cookies and hot chocolate served afterward. Run or walk up to 5 miles. All are welcome. […]

10th Annual Boys & Girls Club Resolution Run – 2 Mile Run/Walk

Boys & Girls Club of Central Virginia 1101 Madison Street, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Start your "new" year off with some extra motivation to stay fit and support one of Lynchburg's most dynamic non-profits.  This 2-Mile run/walk has become a community tradition for many. The start and finish is in downtown Lynchburg at the Boys & Girls Club with a double-loop course. The only Sunday afternoon race in Lynchburg!

Arctic 5k Trail Race

Camp Hydaway (Liberty University) 936 Camp Hydaway Road, Lychburg, VA, United States

Presented by Liberty University Student Activities, this 5k kicks off the Spring Liberty Mountain Trail Series. One of the toughest, off-road, 5K courses in Lynchburg. Come for the fun, challenge, and beauty of Liberty Mountain.  Every 5k is easier after this one!

$20

Lighten-Up Lynchburg 5k Run/Walk

Peaks View Park 1147 Ardmore Drive, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Lighten-Up Lynchburg is a timed 5K Run/Walk to encourage activity and increase awareness about the obesity epidemic. This race is hosted by the Lynchburg Mayor's Youth Council, and a portion of the money earned will go towards raising obesity awareness.The 5K will take place at Peaks View Park--a very flat course, so predict fast times! […]

6th Annual King of the Mountain Trail Hill Climb

SnoFlex 3998 Candlers Mountain Road, Lynchburg, United States

Starting at SnoFlex, The  King of the Mountain 2 mile challenge is a trail run that will challenge the mountain goat in all of us. Mile one is a quad buster down hill for approximately 1 mile and then....goes straight up the side of Liberty Mountain to our mountain top finish! The view is amazing! […]

St. Paddy’s Day 5k

DPO Grille 10 9th Street, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Feeling lucky? Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at this festive 5k that benefits Holy Cross Academy. Leprechauns, runners and walkers are welcome!

Run the High Bridge (Rice, VA)

High Bridge Trail State Park - Camp Paradise Trail Access (ASPEN HILL RD) RT. 601, Rice, VA, United States

The Cumberland County Public Schools Foundation, Inc. AND Centra Southside Community Hospital are sponsoring a 5K run and walk. The event will start at the Camp Paradise entrance of the High Bridge Trail State Park (just outside of Farmville, VA) and offers an out and back run across the legendary High Bridge. Proceeds will go to scholarships […]

St. Patrick’s Day Pub Run

Fifth & Federal Station 801 Fifth Street, Lynchburg, VA, United States

*EVENT CANCELLED*Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, we believe the safest course of action is to cancel the St. Patrick's Day Pub Run. We will plan to reschedule this event as a Cinco de Mayo Pub Run set for Tuesday May 5th. Thank you for your support & understanding.**********************************************************************************Celebrate St. Paddy's day with a fun pub […]

VIRTUAL Run 4 Their Lives Lynchburg

Liberty University 1971 University Blvd, Lynchburg, VA, United States

On April 11, 2020, Freedom 4/24 will still be hosting the Run 4 Their Lives Lynchburg 5k; however, we have moved this event to a virtual setting due to the COVID-19 guidelines recommended by the CDC for large gatherings.Our mission has not changed and we are still here to bring freedom and justice to victims […]

United Way 5k on the Runway (CANCELLED)

Lynchburg Regional Airport 982 Airport Rd, Lynchburg, VA, United States

The United Way 5k on the Runway is postponed until Saturday, April 10, 2021. In light of the latest COVID-19 updates, and mandates from the local and federal government, we are choosing to postpone our inaugural first United Way 5K on the Runway to next year. In these extraordinary times, your safety and the safety […]