5K Races Near Richmond, VA
As of October 6, 2026, Crewable lists 50 upcoming 5K races near Richmond, VA from October 2026 to June 2027. The next is Back on the Hill 5k on October 9 in Petersburg, VA. Registration is open for 44. One advertises prize money.
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October 2026
39 races2026 Grove Trotter 5K/10K Bridge Run at Chickahominy Riverfront Park
Williamsburg, VA10K5KOpen until Oct 10from $4530th Annual Shelter for Help in Emergency 5K Run/Walk for Shelter
Charlottesville, VA5KOpen until Oct 17from $35Haunted 5K, 10K & 13.1M at Williamsburg, VA (42)
Williamsburg, VAHalf Marathon10K+1Open until Oct 17from $30Run Wild Races XIII: Sloth Run Fall 2026 @ the Metro Richmond Zoo
Moseley, VA5K2 mi+1Open until Oct 17from $35Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Colonial Heights, VA (43)
Colonial Heights, VAMarathonHalf Marathon+2Open until Oct 24from $30The Jamestown Half Marathon, Virginia Company 5K and Discovery Mile
Williamsburg, VAHalf Marathon5K+1Open until Oct 24from $30
November 2026
7 racesGobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M, & 26.2M at Williamsburg, VA (45)
Williamsburg, VAMarathonHalf Marathon+2Open until Nov 7from $30Olde Towne's "Stride for Wellness" CARTER'S GROVE 10K & 5K
Williamsburg, VA10K5K+1Open until Nov 7from $30
January 2027
1 raceMarch 2027
1 raceJune 2027
2 racesQuick answers
What is the next 5K race near Richmond, VA?
Back on the Hill 5k, on Friday, October 9, 2026, in Petersburg, VA. Distances: 5K.
What is the closest 5K race to Richmond?
Give a Dog a Job 5k - Benefiting Canine Companions in Richmond, VA, about 1 mile from Richmond, on October 10, 2026.
How many 5K races near Richmond, VA have open registration?
44 of the 50 list registration as open as of October 6, 2026, including Back on the Hill 5k, FREE Buzz By Belmont 5K Fun Run and Fitness Fest and Give a Dog a Job 5k - Benefiting Canine Companions.
Which 5K races near Richmond, VA offer prize money?
One race advertises prize money.
What is the busiest month for 5K races near Richmond, VA?
October 2026, with 39 of the 50. November 2026 follows with 7.
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