Spring 2025 Races
Big Game 5K on February 8th, 2025
A 5K supporting the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lynchburg. Start your “new” year off with some extra motivation to stay fit and support one of Lynchburg’s most dynamic non-profits. Our venue and course will use the Percival's Island Natural Area and Blackwater Creek Bikeway. The race distance is a 5K (3.1 miles)! We have a new theme...the Big Game 5K! Wear your favorite team jersey, hat, or anything fun that shows your Big Game spirit!
St. Paddy’s Day 5K on March 15, 2025
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an energetic 5K in downtown Lynchburg! The St. Paddy’s Day 5K, presented by Park View Community Mission, invites runners and walkers of all abilities to dress in festive green, enjoy lively camaraderie, all while giving back to our community. Proceeds benefit Park View Community Mission's Food for Thought program, helping to combat childhood food-insecurity across our region.
Colon Cancer 5K
This run and walk is for anyone who has been impacted by colon cancer because NO ONE FIGHTS ALONE. Survivors, current battlers, caregivers, family members, friends, coworkers, sisters, husbands, mothers, or anyone who wants to increase access to healthcare and screening sign up to help change the statistics.
Point of Honor 5K
Join us for the 16th annual Point of Honor 5K. This event raises awareness for organ and tissue donation, as well as providing funds to LifeNet Health, a leading enabler of the organ and tissue donation process.
United Way 5k on the Runway
The United Way 5K on the Runway, is perfect for participants of all ages who are able to complete 5K in 60 minutes or less. The course is flat and fast. The course follows the taxiway parallel to the main runway. Come out, join the fun, support United Way of Central Virginia, and see Lynchburg Regional Airport in a whole new way! There is a 600-person and 60 minute time limit for the event. Proceeds from this event support the mission of the United Way of Central Virginia.
2025 LRRC Summer Track Series
Come race with us every Tuesday in June at the University of Lynchburg Track, featuring their state-of-the-art facilities. Each week, we offer a variety of race distances, ranging from 100 meters to 5,000 meters. This event is open to participants of all ages and skill levels. All races are timed using a fully automated system.
Fun Runs and Other Events
Fall 2024 Race Series Awards Ceremony
- When: January 25, 2025
- Location: First Christian Church (3109 Rivermont Avenue)
Order of Events:
- 8:30 am Fun Run
- 9:30 am Guest Speaker
- 10:00 am Fall 2024 Race Series Awards
We'd be thrilled to have you join us for all or part of the event! Refreshments will be available.
Events and Reminders
Past Events
First Run of 2025 Fun Run
Get Your Last 2024 Miles In Fun Run
Frosty's Frolic Christmas Eve Fun Run
Riverside Runners Jingle Bell Fun Run
Special Guest Presentation: Olympic Gold Medalist Cole Hocker 🏅
VA 10 Miler Training Water Stop
2024 Spring / Summer Race Series Awards Ceremony
