Riverside Runners, Lynchburg, Virginia

5th Annual King of the Mountain Trail Hill Climb
2019-03-02 11:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | SnoFlex, 3998 Candlers Mountain Road, Lynchburg, 24515, 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! This event is presented by Liberty University Student Activities.

9th Annual Boys & Girls Club Resolution Run - 2 Mile Run/Walk
2019-02-10 15:00 - 17:30 UTC | Boys & Girls Club of Central Virginia, 1101 Madison Street, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, 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
2019-02-02 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Camp Hydaway (Liberty University), 936 Camp Hydaway Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501, 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!

Lynchburg Road Runners New Years Day Fun Run
2019-01-01 09:00 - 10:30 UTC | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Come join us on New Year’s Day for our annual Fun Run! Get the New Year started off on the right foot with a jaunt along Rivermont Avenue with your friends! We will run toward downtown to Church Street and Monument Terrace where we will climb the steps to Court Street and then return to Riverside Park. At the top of Monument Terrace do the pushup challenge of 19 pushups to ring in 2019! Goodies to share is appreciated! A great time to get all those leftover sweets out of your house! Gatorade will be provided. You do not need to be a member of the Lynchburg Road Runners Club to participate so feel free to invite your non-member friends to join in on the fun! THIS IS A RUN AT YOUR OWN RISK EVENT AS STREETS ARE OPEN SO PLEASE USE THE SIDEWALKS AND BE CAUTIOUS WHEN CROSSING THE STREETS!

Rudolph's Christmas Eve Eve Reindeer Romp
2018-12-24 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | E.C. Glass High School, 2111 Memorial Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24502, United States
Get your Christmas Eve morn started off on the right foot with a friendly, no pressure run on the iconic Virginia 10 Miler course! Not up to running the full 10 miles? Been celebrating a bit too much this holiday season? Need to get that last minute shopping done? No worries! Just come out and run as much as you care to that day! As always, we will have our yearly shirt swap which allows folks to clean out their closets and drawers and maybe find a new owner for some poor unused shirt! Please donate only like-new or very gently worn shirts! Any unclaimed shirts will be donated to charity. Baked goods, hot chocolate, cider, or any other type of post-run food/drink would be appreciated! If bringing something to share, please indicate what so we don’t end up with a dozen fruitcakes and no chocolate chip cookies! Gatorade will be provided. Festive holiday attire is encouraged! Event is held rain, shine, snow, sleet…you get the idea! Fine Print: This is a no fee event and one does not have to be a member of the Lynchburg Road Runners Club (LRRC) to participate so bring your family and friends! While this event is sanctioned and promoted by the LRRC, it is a “run at your own risk” event. Runners MUST stay on the sidewalks and not run in the roadway except as necessary for crossing the street! Please be cautious of vehicles when crossing streets, watch out for one another, and be courteous to other runners and walkers on the sidewalks. THIS IS NOT A RACE!

Christmas Lights Fun Run
2018-12-18 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Join our friends from New Balance and the Lynchburg Road Runners for a fun run on the Avenue. Course includes the lights of Riverside Park and Peakland Place.Cool swag from New Balance at the finish. All abilities and paces welcome!

Riverside Runners Jingle Bell Fun Run
2018-12-15 08:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, 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 required. FREE.

Farmville Jingle Bell Run/Walk
2018-12-08 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | First Avenue Field, 407 First Avenue, Farmville, VA, 23901, United States
Join in the fun of this Farmville holiday tradition. Runners and walkers are welcome. Enjoy the neighborhoods surrounding Longwood University.

Reindeer Run 2 Miler Trail Run
2018-12-01 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.

Peaks of Otter Christmas Classic 5k
2018-12-01 08:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Bedford Middle School, 503 Longwood Ave., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Celebrate the holiday season and support the Bedford Area YMCA in the process. This annual event has been a tradition for many decades. Plan to stay after for the Town of Bedford Christmas Parade.

Waynesboro Family YMCA Turkey Trot
2018-11-22 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.

HumanKind Turkey Trot 5k
2018-11-22 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 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 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.

Mike Donahue Valley View 5 Mile Trail Race
2018-11-10 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.

CASA Superhero Run 2018
2018-11-03 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Percival’s Island – Blackwater Creek Natural Area, 1200 Concord Turnpike, Lynchburg, VA, 24504, United States

12th Annual I Am Woman 5K Run & Walk
2018-10-27 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Alan B. Pearson Regional Cancer Center, 1701 Thomson Drive, Lynchbug, VA, 24501, United States
Lynchburg’s only WOMEN’S ONLY EVENT. 8:00am start. ROAD COURSE! CHIP TIMING! Walkers and Runners Welcome. Centra Alan B. Pearson Regional Cancer Center, 1701 Thomson Dr., Lynchburg, VA

Running With the Wolves Cross Country Invitational
2018-10-20 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Wolf Branch Farm, Forest, 24551, United States
One of the largest gathering of high school cross country runners in the state of Virginia. The historic and scenic race course can be found on the property of Wolf Branch Farm in Forest, Virginia. Participants cross hay bails, creeks, and challenge themselves against the very best teams. There is even an “open” race for coaches, parents, and the general public at 2:00pm

28th Annual John A. Stephenson Memorial Youth Run
2018-10-20 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Riverside Park, 2238 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Youth 13 & under gather in Riverside Park each Fall to run a variety of distances. Participants 3 & under complete a 1/8 mile course, 4-5 years of age run 1/4 mile, 6-7 run 1/2 mile, and 8-12 run 1 mile. In this way, the Lynchburg community has celebrated the life and contribution Dr. John A. Stephenson made to children’s health for 27 years.

Virginia Commonwealth Games Deep Hollow Trail Half Marathon & Trail 5k
2018-10-20 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Camp Hydaway (Liberty University), 936 Camp Hydaway Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501, United States
Start/Finish Camp Hydaway. Liberty University Trail Race Series. LMTS Information

CARE2 (Squared) 5k Run & Walk
2018-10-13 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Lynchburg College, 1501 Lakeside Drive, Lynchburg, VA, 24501, United States
This annual 5k event will be held on the beautiful campus of Lynchburg College.

6th Annual High Bridge Half Marathon & 5k
2018-10-06 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.

45th Annual Genworth Virginia 10 Miler
2018-09-29 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | E.C. Glass High School, 2111 Memorial Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24502, United States
The historic Genworth Virginia 10 Miler will celebrate its 45th year on September 28-29, 2018. Join more than 4,000 runners on a historic course that has hosted participants from around the globe.
The festivities begin Thursday night with packet pick-up, and continue Friday evening with the Amazing Mile Children’s Run, and a fun family-friendly festival. On Saturday, thousands will take part in the 10 mile run, 4 mile run, 4 mile walk, and 10 mile 2 Person Relay.

16th Annual Lynchburg Half Marathon & 5K
2018-08-11 07:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Percival’s Island, 1600 Concord Turnpike, Lynchburg, VA, 24504, United States
Experience why Lynchburg was named a Runner Friendly Community by the Road Runners Club of America. Yes…we host a Half Marathon in August. Finisher medal to the first 300 that complete the half distance, chip timed, technical shirt, and part of the Lynchburg Road Runners Race Series. Summer fun in Lynchburg! If 13.1 is a bit much, consider the Lynchburg 5k (flat/fast) out and back course on the Blackwater Creek bikeway. Final races of the 2018 Lynchburg Road Runners Race Series.

3rd Annual Virginia Commonwealth Games 5k
2018-07-21 08:00 - 10:30 UTC | Liberty University, 1971 University Blvd, Lynchburg, VA, 24515, United States
The 3rd Annual Commonwealth Games 5k is part of the Lynchburg Road Runners Race Series. Participants throughout the state of Virginia are invited to challenge themselves on a road course, touring the campus of Liberty University.

16th Annual Percival's Island Firecracker 5-Miler
2018-07-04 08:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Percival’s Island – Blackwater Creek Natural Area, 1200 Concord Turnpike, Lynchburg, VA, 24504, United States
Start your 4th of July celebration with Percival’s Island Firecracker 5 Miler!
Race #5 of the Lynchburg Road Runners Race Series. 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.

Thursday Fun Run at Riverside Runners
2018-06-28 18:00 - 19:00, 2018-06-21 18:00 - 19:00, 2018-06-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
Our weekly fun run moves to Thursdays for the month of June to accommodate the LRRC Track Series (Tues. at Lynchburg College). All abilities are welcome. Lockers, bathrooms, and hydration is available at Riverside Runners. Courses vary each week. Run up to 5 miles.

HUMANKIND 5K and Youth Run
2018-06-16 08:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | HumanKind Campus, 150 Linden Avenue, Lynchburg, VA, 24503, United States
You don’t want to miss this summer road race tradition on the historic, shaded, streets of Peakland Place. This is the 4th race of the Lynchburg Road Runners Race Series and benefits HumanKind.

Course Preview - Humankind 5k
2018-06-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Your invited to the “HumanKind 5k Course Preview”. This is a great opportunity to scout out one of the most scenic and historic road race courses in Lynchburg before raced day Sat. June 16th. The fun starts at 6pm. All abilities are welcome. Hydration available at the start/finish.

National Trails Day 5k Run & walk
2018-06-02 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.
