2025 Larchmont R.A.T. Race

  • Date Fri 12th September 2025
  • Time 5:45PM EDT
  • Location Norfolk, Virginia
  • Price $6.30 - $43.40
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 1 Mile, 5km

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the highly anticipated 2025 Larchmont R.A.T. Race on Friday, September 12, 2025, in Norfolk, Virginia! This beloved community event, held annually to support Larchmont Elementary School, invites participants of all ages to join in on the fun. Choose between the energetic 1-mile Kids Run, starting at 5:45 PM, or take on the 5K Run, which kicks off at 6:30 PM. Both races will wind through the picturesque streets of Larchmont, providing a perfect backdrop for a memorable evening of exercise and camaraderie.

After the races, the festivities continue at ODU's Brick Field, where participants can enjoy refreshments and celebrate their achievements together. With awards for the top male and female finishers in each race, everyone has a chance to shine! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to engage with your community, support educational initiatives, and have a blast with family and friends. Registration is capped at 1,000 participants, so be sure to secure your spot early and join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, fitness, and community spirit!

Organiser's Description

For years, the Larchmont Elementary School R.A.T. Run At Twilight Race has been a favorite fall tradition for the student body and neighborhood to help raise money for the school and build a sense of community throughout the neighborhood.

We invite you to join us in running or walking the 1 mile Kids Run or the 5K Run throughout the streets of Larchmont, followed by a party with refreshments and good times at ODU's Brick Field on Friday September 12, 2025.

R.A.T. RACE DETAILS


1 MILE KIDS RUN - Race Start Time: 5:45PM

5K RUN - Race Start Time: 6:30PM

THE RACE COURSE
The Larchmont R.A.T. Race 1 Mile Kids Run and 5K Run start and finish on Bolling Avenue, adjacent to ODU's "Brick Field" (Bolling x Upper Brandon)
Lat: 36.891574
Long: -76.304554

1-mile course map: the participants will proceed south from Brick Field on Bluestone Avenue to Longwood Drive; turn right and proceed west on Argall Ave; turn right and proceed north to Cedar Lane; turn left and proceed west to Rolfe Avenue; turn right and proceed north to Bolling Avenue; turn right and proceed east to finish at Brick Field.

5K course map: the participants will proceed south from Brick Field on Bluestone Ave to W. 49th Street; turn right and proceed west to Powhatan Avenue; turn right and proceed north to Eleanor Court; turn left and proceed south to Powhatan Avenue; turn right and proceed south to Cedar Lane; turn left and proceed east to Rolfe Avenue; turn left and proceed north to Bolling Avenue; turn right and proceed east to finish in Brick Field.

PARKING
Plenty of free parking available throughout the Larchmont neighborhood.

REGISTRATION

*1-Mile and 5K registrations include: race bib, timing chip, official race shirt, race "medal", great celebrations and more!

**There will be awards for the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers for EACH race**
***Registration will be capped off at 1,000 participants***
****ALL RUNNERS AGES 6 AND UNDER MUST HAVE A REGISTERED PARENT/GUARDIAN ON THE COURSE; SEE PARENT REGISTRATION INFO BELOW****

COST

1 Mile Kids Run: $25 (registration by August 29, 2025); $30 (registration on or after August 30, 2025)

5K Run: $40 (registration by August 29, 2025); $45 (registration on or after August 30, 2025)

Parent/Guardian Registration: (for registrants ages 6 & under ONLY) $5

**** Race shirt not included with parent/guardian registration but they are available for purchase at packet pick-up or the event

***This is a RAIN or SHINE event. In the event of severe weather, a decision will be made by Friday (September 12) afternoon. Please check out our Larchmont RAT Race Facebook or Instagram pages for updates as the event gets closer***

**If the race is canceled, there will NOT be a makeup time/location. Instead, the race would transition to virtual with additional details provided at that time regarding how to participate and how finisher medals would be distributed. _REGISTRATION IS NON-REFUNDABLE_.**



PACKET PICK-UP

Packet pick-up will be Thursday September 11th at Larchmont Elementary School by the bus loop from 2:00PM - 6:00PM.

Race day packet pick-up will be available at ODU's "Brick Field" (Bolling x Upper Brandon) Friday September 12th from 2:00PM - 4:00PM.



PROCEEDS FROM THE 1 MILE AND 5K EVENTS BENEFIT THE LARCHMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PTA

Races

  • 1 Mile Kids Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Official Race T-Shirt

    Fri 12th September 2025 (5:45PM EDT)

    $27.50

    1 MILE KIDS RUN - Race Start Time: 5:45PM THE RACE COURSE The Larchmont R.A.T. Race 1 Mile Kids Run and 5K Run start and finish on Bolling Avenue, adjacent to ODU's "Brick Field" (Bolling x Upper Brandon) Lat: 36.891574 Long: -76.304554 1-MILE RACE COURSE DETAILS: the participants will proceed south from Brick Field on Bluestone Avenue to Longwood Drive; turn right and proceed west on Argall Ave; turn right and proceed north to Cedar Lane; turn left and proceed west to Rolfe Avenue; turn right and proceed north to Bolling Avenue; turn right and proceed east to finish at Brick Field. **ALL race details can be found on the official Larchmont RAT Race website** https://larchmontpta.membershiptoolkit.com/story/58659
  • 5K Run

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & Official Race T-Shirt

    Fri 12th September 2025 (6:30PM EDT)

    $43.40

    5K RUN - Race Start Time: 6:30PM THE RACE COURSE The Larchmont R.A.T. Race 1 Mile Kids Run and 5K Run start and finish on Bolling Avenue, adjacent to ODU's "Brick Field" (Bolling x Upper Brandon) Lat: 36.891574 Long: -76.304554 5K RACE COURSE DETAILS: the participants will proceed south from Brick Field on Bluestone Ave to W. 49th Street; turn right and proceed west to Powhatan Avenue; turn right and proceed north to Eleanor Court; turn left and proceed south to Powhatan Avenue; turn right and proceed south to Cedar Lane; turn left and proceed east to Rolfe Avenue; turn left and proceed north to Bolling Avenue; turn right and proceed east to finish in Brick Field. **ALL race details can be found on the official Larchmont RAT Race website** https://larchmontpta.membershiptoolkit.com/story/58659
  • PARENT/GUARDIAN REGISTRATION (To Supervise Registrants AGES 6 & UNDER)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & Official Race T-Shirt

    Fri 12th September 2025 (5:45PM EDT)

    $6.30

    PARENT/GUARDIAN REGISTRATION IS ONLY TO SUPERVISE REGISTRANTS AGES 6 & UNDER FOR THE 1 MILE KIDS RUN -Race Start Time: 5:45PM THE RACE COURSE The Larchmont R.A.T. Race 1 Mile Kids Run and 5K Run start and finish on Bolling Avenue, adjacent to ODU's "Brick Field" (Bolling x Upper Brandon) Lat: 36.891574 Long: -76.304554 1-MILE RACE COURSE DETAILS: the participants will proceed south from Brick Field on Bluestone Avenue to Longwood Drive; turn right and proceed west on Argall Ave; turn right and proceed north to Cedar Lane; turn left and proceed west to Rolfe Avenue; turn right and proceed north to Bolling Avenue; turn right and proceed east to finish at Brick Field. **ALL race details can be found on the official Larchmont RAT Race website** https://larchmontpta.membershiptoolkit.com/story/58659

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