What race distances can I run in Colonial Heights?
Colonial Heights has 5K (9), 10K (9), Half Marathon (8). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Colonial Heights, Virginia
Upcoming running races in and near Colonial Heights, Virginia - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
9 upcoming races · 5 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Colonial Heights races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 22, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (34) Colonial Heights, VAFrom $30Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026The Run League Presents: Summerfest 5k & 10k Colonial Heights, VAFrom $35Register Sat, Sep 19, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K & 13.1M Colonial Heights, VAFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 26, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M Colonial Heights, VAFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M Colonial Heights, VAFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (47) Colonial Heights, VAFrom $30Register Sat, Nov 28, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (48) Colonial Heights, VAFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (51) Colonial Heights, VAFrom $30Register Sat, Dec 26, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (52) Colonial Heights, VAFrom $30Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Colonial Heights
When is race season in Colonial Heights?
August is the busiest month for races in Colonial Heights, with 2 of the 9, followed by September with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Colonial Heights races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 5 races in Colonial Heights with published results, the typical median finish is around 31:27, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Colonial Heights?
Browse Colonial Heights run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.