5K Races in Virginia
Virginia has 251 upcoming 5K 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. Williamsburg leads with 26 races, followed by Virginia Beach (17), Colonial Heights (11), and Midlothian (10). The remaining 75% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
5K races by month in Virginia
Sep (70) · Oct (55) · Nov (40) · Aug (35) · Dec (19) · Jul (16) · Apr (5) · May (4) · Mar (3) · Jun (2) · Jan (1) · Feb (1)
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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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Glow All Out 5K Glow Run
Winchester, VA
Glow All Out 5K Glow Run
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Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (25)
Williamsburg, VA
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (25)
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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)
Eagle 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Colonial Heights, VA (30)
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Railroad Days 5K in Appalachia, VA
Appalachia, VA
Railroad Days 5K in Appalachia, VA
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Tidewater Striders Scholarship 5K & Kids Mile
Virginia Beach, VA
