Riverside Runners, Lynchburg, Virginia

Run 4 Their Lives Lynchburg
2021-04-24 09:00 UTC | Liberty University, 1971 University Blvd, Lynchburg, VA, 24515, United States
Run 4 Their Lives is a Freedom 4/24 event that raises awareness and funds to bring sexually exploited women and children into freedom. A 5k and Youth 1K are featured events!
ADVOCATE: Become a fundraiser! Share information about human trafficking with your friends and family and ask them to support your efforts to run for freedom and fight injustice! Click the Fundraiser tab to set up a personalized R4TL web page – raise $50 and you run free!

SPRING SIDEWALK SALE
2021-04-29 10:00 - 2021-05-01 18:00 (America/New_York) | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Riverside Runners Annual Sidewalk Sale is Thursday Apr. 29, thru Saturday May 1st! Save up to 50% on previous season styles. Sidewalk Sale pricing applies to in-stock, in-store product, while supplies last, all sales are final.

Girls on the Run of Central Virginia Celebration 5k (Spring)
2021-05-01 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Sweet Briar College, 134 Chapel Road, Sweet Briar, VA, 24595, United States
It’s Girls on the Run 5K time!! Because of the loosening of Covid restrictions for outdoor events, we are excited to announce an in-person Celebration 5K!! Modifications will be in place to conform to all state and CDC guidelines, which may include mask wearing and social distancing. We are thrilled to have 12 teams in our region this spring, and we look forward to gathering with them to celebrate their accomplishments this season!

Fun Run With Under Armour / Athletic Brewing
2021-05-13 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Join Riverside Runners, Under Armour and Athletic Brewing for a fun run! Open to all abilities and paces, Course is up to 4 miles (out & back). Demo the UA Flow Velocity running shoes and sample the non-alcohol, beer made by Athletic Brewing. Participate in the fun run and you have a chance for some great door prizes!!!

Virtual Armed Forces Day 5k Run/Walk
2021-05-14 08:00 - 2021-05-16 23:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event, VA, United States
Show your support for our Armed Forces and the National D-Day Memorial by participating in a patriotic themed Virtual 5K Run/Walk. Our annual event is typically held Armed Forces Day weekend on the campus of the National D-Day Memorial. Due to continued COVID restrictions and concern for the health of our staff, volunteers, and visitors this year’s event will be virtual. By participating virtually, you can choose your own 5K course and complete the distance when it is convenient for you. We anticipate participation from across the country.
Our virtual event will be enhanced by the RaceJoy App. Participants will be able to track their speed, distance, and hear inspirational / educational cheers while using the app race weekend! Use of the app is not required. But, we highly recommend it!

Memorial Day 10K & 2 Mile Walk
2021-05-31 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | DPO Grille, 10 9th Street, Lynchburg, VA, 24504, United States
For the past 5 years, Lynchburg Road Runners Club and Type 1 Diabetes Experience (T1DE) have hosted this race to provide support for local families living with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. It has become a great community and family event. The proceeds from this race have helped with education on diabetes management, nutrition education and cooking demos, community support groups and even camps for children with Type 1 Diabetes. The Memorial Day 10K is the 2nd race in the 2021 Lynchburg Road Runners Race Series.
Our event will follow COVID best practices for road races.
Wave Starts
Social Distancing
Masks required of participants
Bottled water for hydration

29th Annual Lynchburg Road Runners Summer Track Series
2021-06-01 18:00 - 20:30, 2021-06-08 18:00 - 20:30, 2021-06-15 18:00 - 20:30, 2021-06-22 18:00 - 20:30, 2021-06-29 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Lynchburg College, 1501 Lakeside Drive, Lynchburg, VA, 24501, United States
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 and 2 mile, distances
are in meters. Cost for runners is just one dollar, payable on the day of the event. Age Group ribbons for awards.
WHEN:

JUNE 1 (Tuesday): 1500m (6:30 pm – 7:00 pm); Open 100m (7:10pm); Age Groups
100m (7:15-7:45pm); 800 m (7:45-8:00 pm)
JUNE 8 (Tuesday): 100m (Kid’s 4 and Under) 6:30pm; Age Groups 200m (6:40 –
7:10 pm); Open 200m (7:15pm); 5,000m (7:20 – 8:00pm)
JUNE 15 (Tuesday): Age Groups 100 m (6:30-6:55 pm); Open 100m (7:00); 2 Mile
(7:05 pm-7:45 pm); 400 m (8:00 – 8:15 pm)
JUNE 22 (Tuesday) 1 Mile (6:30 pm-7:00 pm); 100m (Kid’s 4 and Under); Open
200m (7:00); Age Groups 200 m (7:10-7:45 pm); 800 m (7:45-8:00 pm)
JUNE 29 (Tuesday) Makeup Date in Case of Cancellation
WHERE:
University of Lynchburg (formerly Lynchburg College) Track, 1501 Lakeside Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24501

National Trails Day 5k Run & Walk
2021-06-05 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | High Bridge Trail State Park – Camp Paradise Trail Access (ASPEN HILL RD), RT. 601, Rice, VA, 24503, United States
Celebrate National Trails Day by participating in a 5K race on High Bridge Trail State Park sponsored by Centra Southside Community Hospital. The park is a rail to trail conversion and is a wide, level surface with virtually no grade. Course travels over the world famous High Bridge. Event is limited to 200 participants.

Kindness Classic 5k
2021-06-19 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | HumanKind Campus, 150 Linden Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
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.

3rd Annual Beast Lake 5k & Obstacle Course Race
2021-07-03 07:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Eastlake Community Church, 1201 Timberwood Drive, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
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.

Appomattox Firetruck 5k and 1 Mile Walk
2021-08-28 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Bible Baptist Church, 297 Bible Baptist Road, Appomattox, 24522, United States
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.

47th Virginia 10 Miler
2021-09-25 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | E.C. Glass High School, 2111 Memorial Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24502, United States
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, family-friendly festival in downtown Lynchburg.
On Saturday, thousands will take part in the 10 mile run and our 4 and more mile run/walk (NEW COURSE). 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.

8th Annual High Bridge Half Marathon & 5k
2021-10-02 07:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Deep Hollow Trail Half Marathon & 5k Trail Race
2021-10-09 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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..
This event is part of the Liberty University Trail Race Series. LMTS Information

Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fall 5k
2021-10-23 09:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | 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
2021-10-30 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Alan B. Pearson Regional Cancer Center, 1701 Thomson Drive, Lynchbug, VA, 24501, United States
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 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!!

Jamborun Sunset 5K Run/Walk
2021-10-30 18:15 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Eastlake Community Church, 1201 Timberwood Drive, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
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 in the brisk fall air.

CASA Superhero Run 2021
2021-11-06 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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
2021-11-13 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

A Virtual Evening with Olympian Des Linden
2021-11-16 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Golf Park Coffee (Bedford Ave.), 2306 Bedford Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
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 available on the Riverside Runners Facebook Page and via email.

Girls on the Run of Central Virginia Celebration 5k (Fall)
2021-11-20 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Sweet Briar College, 134 Chapel Road, Sweet Briar, VA, 24595, United States
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.

Lynchburg Turkey Trot for Humankind - 5k Run & Walk
2021-11-25 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | E.C. Glass High School, 2111 Memorial Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24502, United States
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 from this race benefit the programs of HumanKind, which provide a broad range of services that foster the social, mental and financial well-being of families and individuals. With a focus on empowering people of all backgrounds and abilities, HumanKind helps equip people to build better lives for themselves and their families. These programs serve thousands of people in Lynchburg and across Virginia each year!
Your Turkey Trot registration guarantees you a spot at our start line. Entries are non-refundable and non-transferable. Entry fees cannot be applied to future races or events and/or transferred to another person.

Waynesboro Family YMCA Turkey Trot (In Memory of Dick Meador)
2021-11-26 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Waynesboro Family YMCA, 648 South Wayne Avenue, Waynesboro, VA, 22980, 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
2021-12-04 08:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Bedford Baptist Church, 1516 Oakwood St., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Peaks of Otter Christmas Classic 5k is celebrating 41 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 friendly faces, caroling volunteers, and fun post-race celebration. The Town of Bedford Christmas Parade is traditionally held just after the event.
Events include; 5K run/walk, Peaks Jr. Mile, and a virtual 5k option
LOCATION & COURSE FOR 2021
Our new race HQ will be located at Bedford Baptist Church, 1516 Oakwood St. Bedford, VA 24523.

Reindeer Run 2 Miler Trail Run
2021-12-04 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Camp Hydaway (Liberty University), 936 Camp Hydaway Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501, 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 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
2021-12-11 09:00 (America/New_York) | First Avenue Field, 407 First Avenue, Farmville, VA, 23901, United States
Celebrate the holidays and fitness with your friends at the Annual Farmville Jingle Bell 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. Your entry includes a fast, flat course in the neighborhood surrounding First Avenue Field, awards to our category winners, a race t-shirt, and post-race treats to eat. This event is presented by the Town of Farmville Parks & Recreation Department. The traditional start / finish line for this event is at First Avenue Field.
