What race distances can I run in Richmond?
Richmond has 5K (15), Half Marathon (4). 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 Richmond, Virginia
Upcoming running races in and near Richmond, Virginia - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
19 upcoming races · 12 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Richmond races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Sep 12, 2026Run Richmond 16.19 Richmond, VAFrom $70Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026The Salvation Army: Run for Hope Richmond, VAFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026SpeakUp5k Richmond, VAFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Give a Dog a Job 5k Richmond, VAFrom $40Details Sun, Oct 18, 2026Better2gether Halloween Hustle 5K & Kids Run Richmond, VAFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Dominion Energy Cap Trail Classic Richmond, VAFrom $20Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026SNCVA 5K Walk/Run Richmond, VAFrom $40Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Virginia Brain Tumor Walk & Race Richmond, VAPricing TBADetails Sun, Nov 8, 2026Richmond Hockey Club Legacy Run Richmond, VAFrom $22Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Richmond Marathon, Richmond Half Marathon, & Richmond 8k Richmond, VAFrom $50Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026Sports Backers Half Marathon Training Team Richmond, VAFrom $145Details Sun, Nov 22, 2026Girls on the Run Celebrate Your Start 5K Richmond, VAPricing TBADetails Thu, Nov 26, 2026RRRC 49th Annual Turkey Trot 10k & 5k Richmond, VAFrom $37Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Richmond Turkey Trot 5K Richmond, VAFrom $13Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026The Big Turkey Trot Richmond Richmond, VAFrom $20Details Sun, Dec 6, 2026RTA Run-A-Latke Richmond, VAFrom $25Details Sun, Dec 6, 20262026 Jingle Bell Run Richmond, VAFrom $25Details Sat, Mar 6, 2027Virginia Credit Union River City Half & River City 5k Richmond, VAFrom $35Details Sat, Jun 12, 2027Legacy Ruck and Roll Richmond, VAFrom $35Details
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 Sep 10, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Richmond
When is race season in Richmond?
November is the busiest month for races in Richmond, with 7 of the 19, followed by October with 6. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Richmond?
8 of the 19 races in Richmond already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Richmond races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 12 races in Richmond with published results, the typical median finish is around 35:47, 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 Richmond?
Browse Richmond run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.