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Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
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Running Events in Virginia
26 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 98 races in Virginia with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events269 confirmed dates
Competitions98Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 321 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,400 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Massanutten Mountain Trails 100 (MMT 100)
Fort Valley, United States
May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
160.93 km
City RunMountain+3
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Old Dominion 100 Mile Endurance Run
Woodstock, United States
June 5, 2027Date confirmed
160.93 km
City RunMountain+2
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Grindstone Running Festival by UTMB
Mount Solon, United States
September 24, 2027 to September 25, 2027Date confirmed
160.93 km100 km50 km21 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
Photo: Stephen Craven · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Harbinger Run
Woodford, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
321 km241 km160 km120 km+4
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon
Roanoke, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
84 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km+1
City RunRelay+1
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Pie Gobbler de Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km15 km10 km5 km+1
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
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Star City Half Marathon & 10K
Roanoke, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Massanutten Mountain Trails 100 (MMT 100) | Fort Valley, Virginia, US | Trail Running | 160.93 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 2027 | Old Dominion 100 Mile Endurance Run | Woodstock, Virginia, US | Trail Running | 160.93 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2027 - Sep 25, 2027 | Grindstone Running Festival by UTMB | Mount Solon, Virginia, US | Trail Running | 160.93 km100 km50 km21 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Harbinger Run | Woodford, Virginia, US | Road Running | 321 km241 km160 km120 km |
| Date to be announced | Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon | Roanoke, Virginia, US | Road Running | 84 km42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Pie Gobbler de Colonial Heights | Colonial Heights, Virginia, US | Road Running | 21.1 km15 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Star City Half Marathon & 10K | Roanoke, Virginia, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Cloudsplitter 100 | Norton, Virginia, US | Trail Running | 157.5 km110.8 km50 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Boys Home Harvest Hustle | Covington, Virginia, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Historic Drawbridge Half | Falls Church, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Norfolk Harbor Half Marathon | Virginia Beach, Virginia, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Virginia (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 26 public events and 98 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Trail Running. Key host locations include Richmond, Fort Valley, Woodstock, and Mount Solon. Notable events in the selection include Allianz Richmond Marathon, Massanutten Mountain Trails 100 (MMT 100), and Old Dominion 100 Mile Endurance Run.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 321 km, reaching up to +6,400 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Virginia includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Virginia?
RunningCompass currently lists 26 verified events with 98 individual races in Virginia. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Allianz Richmond Marathon, Massanutten Mountain Trails 100 (MMT 100), and Old Dominion 100 Mile Endurance Run.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Virginia?
Events in Virginia focus on Road Running and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 321 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Richmond, Fort Valley, Woodstock, and Mount Solon.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Virginia?
The most selective courses in Virginia climb up to +6,400 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Virginia?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.