Running Races in Virginia
Virginia has 500 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in September through November, quietest in January, February, and June. No single city dominates the calendar. Virginia Beach leads with 35 races, followed by Williamsburg (32), Richmond (24), and Fredericksburg (18). The remaining 78% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in Virginia
Sep (125) · Oct (111) · Nov (85) · Aug (75) · Dec (40) · Jul (17) · Apr (15) · Mar (10) · May (8) · Feb (6) · Jun (6) · Jan (2)
Notable Virginia events
- Marine Corps Marathon — Arlington, October 24 — full marathon
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30)
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30)
Colonial Heights, VA
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30)
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Run At The Top Summer Youth Running Camp
Stephens City, VA
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Strasburg Splash Dash 5K and Family Fun Run
Strasburg, VA
Strasburg Splash Dash 5K and Family Fun Run
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Winchester, VA
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