What race distances can I run in Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has 5K (17), 10K (7), Half Marathon (8). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Virginia · Race calendar
2026-2027 Running Races in Williamsburg, Virginia
Upcoming running races in and near Williamsburg, Virginia - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
21 upcoming races · 11 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Williamsburg races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Oct 10, 2026Frightening 4 Trail Run/Hike Williamsburg, VAFrom $30Register Sun, Oct 11, 20262026 Grove Trotter 5K/10K Bridge Run Williamsburg, VAFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Dash for CASA 5K Run and Walk Williamsburg, VAFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (42) Williamsburg, VAFrom $30Register Sat, Oct 24, 2026The Jamestown Half Marathon, Virginia Company 5K and Discovery Mile Williamsburg, VAFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M Williamsburg, VAFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Olde Towne's "Stride for Wellness" CARTER'S GROVE 10K Williamsburg, VAFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Williamsburg, VA Williamsburg, VAFrom $15Details Sat, Nov 14, 2026The Hare and Tortoise 8K/5K Run Walk, 1 Mile Fun Run Williamsburg, VAFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Pie Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M Williamsburg, VAFrom $30Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Blue Talon Bistro Turkey Trot Williamsburg, VAFrom $25Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026After Ate 8K and 2 Mile Williamsburg, VAFrom $40Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (49) Williamsburg, VAFrom $30Details Sat, Dec 5, 2026Run the River Ultra Williamsburg, VAFrom $35Details Sun, Dec 6, 2026Christmas Town Dash Williamsburg, VAFrom $45Details Sat, Dec 12, 202618th Annual Sleighbell 5K Run/Walk Williamsburg, VAFrom $20Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026JLHR Jingle Jog 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk & 5k Run/Walk Williamsburg, VAFrom $15Details Sat, Dec 19, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (51) Williamsburg, VAFrom $30Register Sat, Feb 13, 202748th Colonial Half Marathon and 5K Williamsburg, VAFrom $25Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Virginia Fire Chiefs Foundation 5k Williamsburg, VAFrom $30Details Sat, Jun 5, 2027Precarious Beer Hall's Anniversary 5K Williamsburg, VAFrom $25Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Williamsburg. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
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 Oct 8, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Williamsburg
When is race season in Williamsburg?
November is the busiest month for races in Williamsburg, with 7 of the 21, followed by December with 6. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Williamsburg races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 11 races in Williamsburg with published results, the typical median finish is around 52:00, 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 Williamsburg?
Browse Williamsburg run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Williamsburg?
Yes, 2 races around Williamsburg get you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race, and 1 mixes road and trail.