Running Races in Virginia
Virginia has 485 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in September through November, quietest in January, February, and July. No single city dominates the calendar. Williamsburg leads with 32 races, followed by Virginia Beach (30), Richmond (23), and Fredericksburg (18). The remaining 79% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in Virginia
Sep (125) · Oct (111) · Nov (85) · Aug (75) · Dec (40) · Apr (15) · Mar (10) · May (8) · Feb (6) · Jun (6) · Jan (2) · Jul (2)
Notable Virginia events
- Marine Corps Marathon — Arlington, October 24 — full marathon
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Level I Coaching Certification: Eastern Time Zone (Charleston) ONLINE - August 1-2, 2026
August 1, 2026
ONLINE, VA
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Railroad Days 5K in Appalachia, VA
Appalachia, VA
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Railroad Days 5K in Appalachia, VA
August 1, 2026
Appalachia, VA
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Tidewater Striders Scholarship 5K & Kids Mile
Virginia Beach, VA
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Tidewater Striders Scholarship 5K & Kids Mile
August 1, 2026
Virginia Beach, VA
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Cuts With Cops - Presented by Fleet Feet Roanoke, Carilion Children's, and Roanoke County Sheriffs + Police Depts
August 1, 2026
Roanoke, VA
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Zeta Iota Waterfront Wellness 5K
Portsmouth, VA
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Zeta Iota Waterfront Wellness 5K
August 8, 2026
Portsmouth, VA
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Running Races in Nearby States
Frequently asked questions
How do I find running races near me?▾
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?▾
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?▾
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?▾
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?▾
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.