Running races in or near Richmond, VA
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Richmond, VA area. Races listed here include both walking and running events of various distances — from 1-milers, to 5Ks, to marathons, and everything else in between.
Life on a Dairy Farm
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 07-14-2026
Description: DescriptionCows can provide goodness beyond nutritious milk-they can help reduce food ...
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The Virginia Navigator Family of Websites
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 07-21-2026
Description: DescriptionBonnie Scimone, Lead Community Specialist & Marketing Assistant at Virginia Navigator, ...
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Medicare Birthday Rule and Healthcare Expense Savings B
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 08-13-2026
Description: DescriptionThis course explains Virginia's newly enacted Medicare Birthday Rule, effective July ...
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Marching on the Capitol
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 08-08-2026
Description: DescriptionThis event will focus on the 350th anniversary of Nathaniel Bacon's ...
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Medicare Birthday Rule and Healthcare Expense Savings A
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 05-26-2026
Description: DescriptionThis course explains Virginia's newly enacted Medicare Birthday Rule, effective July ...
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Explore South Pocahontas Park
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 05-13-2026
Description: DescriptionTake a walk on the southern side of Pocahontas State Park ...
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Fourth of July Celebration
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 07-04-2026
Description: DescriptionWe're sorry, but internet registration is not available for this ...
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Youth Open Gym
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 05-12-2026
Description: DescriptionLooking for a fun way to stay active and hang out ...
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Youth Open Gym
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 08-04-2026
Description: DescriptionLooking for a fun way to stay active and hang out ...
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Youth Open Gym
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 05-12-2026
Description: DescriptionLooking for a fun way to stay active and hang out ...
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Kayaking - Beginner Whitewater - Fast Track
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 06-05-2026
Description: DescriptionThis is the same as the two-day class, but only for ...
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Kayaking - Beginner Whitewater - Fast Track
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 06-05-2026
Description: DescriptionThis is the same as the two-day class, but only for ...
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Decades Drive-In Music Bingo
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 05-26-2026
Description: DescriptionGrab your shades, sunblock, and keep the AC running as you ...
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Decades Drive-In Music Bingo
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 05-26-2026
Description: DescriptionGrab your shades, sunblock, and keep the AC running as you ...
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Kayaking - Beginner Whitewater - Fast Track
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 08-14-2026
Description: DescriptionThis is the same as the two-day class, but only for ...
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Kayaking - Beginner Whitewater - Fast Track
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 08-14-2026
Description: DescriptionThis is the same as the two-day class, but only for ...
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Kayaking - Beginner Whitewater - Fast Track
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 06-05-2026
Description: DescriptionThis is the same as the two-day class, but only for ...
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Kayaking - Beginner Whitewater - Fast Track
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 08-14-2026
Description: DescriptionThis is the same as the two-day class, but only for ...
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Decades Drive-In Music Bingo
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 05-26-2026
Description: DescriptionGrab your shades, sunblock, and keep the AC running as you ...
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Kayaking - Beginner Whitewater
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: DescriptionJoin the regions’ most experienced staff and learn how to paddle ...
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Kayaking - Beginner Whitewater
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: DescriptionJoin the regions’ most experienced staff and learn how to paddle ...
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Kayaking - Beginner Whitewater
Organization: Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
Date of Race: 07-11-2026
Description: DescriptionJoin the regions’ most experienced staff and learn how to paddle ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Richmond, VA: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Richmond
Richmond (VA) is a city in Richmond County with an estimated population of 204,214.[4]
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