33rd Annual Dr. John A. Stephenson Memorial Youth Run

  • Date Sat 11th October 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Lynchburg, Virginia
  • Price $6.30
  • Races 8 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 33rd Annual Dr. John A. Stephenson Memorial Youth Run on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in beautiful Lynchburg, Virginia! This cherished event, held at Riverside Park, celebrates the spirit of healthy living and outdoor activity that Dr. Stephenson passionately advocated for. Young runners of all ages can participate in a variety of distances, including the 1/8 mile for toddlers aged 3 and under, the 1/4 mile for 4-5 year-olds, the 1/2 mile for 6-7 year-olds, and the 1 mile race for those aged 8-13.

With waves organized by age and gender, participants can compete fairly for fun and awards, with the top three in each age group and overall winners for the mile being recognized. This event not only promotes physical health but also supports the Lynchburg Road Runners Club, a non-profit dedicated to fostering community wellness through running. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to engage with the community, promote a healthy lifestyle, and create lasting memories. Be sure to register before September 29th to secure your commemorative T-shirt and join in on the

Organiser's Description

Join area youth runners of all ages for the 33rd Annual Dr. John A. Stephenson Memorial Youth Run presented by the Lynchburg Road Runners. Dr. Stephenson was one of the founding pediatricians of Richeson Drive Pediatrics. Now Lynchburg Pediatrics. He promoted healthy children and being active outside. When he died at a young age a memorial race was started to honor his passion for promoting healthy lifestyles.

Please note that the 1-Miler will be divided based on age and gender groups to ensure fair competition. Well have four waves: Female 89, Male 89, Male and Female 1011, and Male 1213. The top three in each age group will win award as well at the top three overall for the mile.

PACKET PICK UP:
Fri. Oct. 10th at Riverside Runners (2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24503), 12-6PM

Sat. Oct. 11th (RACE DAY) 8-8:30AM, Riverside Park.

ENTRY LIMIT:
50 participants per gender per age group.

T-SHIRTS:
T-shirts are available for an additional charge of $10.00 to those registered by _MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2025_. After this date, shirts will not be available to order.

RACE DISTANCES & AGE GROUPS:

3 & under 1/8th mile,

4-5 yrs old 1/4 mile,

6-7 yrs. old 1/2 mile,

8-13 yrs. old 1 mile.

All events take place at Riverside Park, Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg, Virginia. Proceeds benefit the Lynchburg Road Runners Club a 501c3 non-profit whose mission remains to promote community health and wellness through the sport of running.

COURSES:
Gently rolling courses (closed to traffic) winding through historic, Riverside Park (2270 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24503).

LYNCHBURG ROAD RUNNERS CLUB MEMBER DISCOUNT:
A $1.00 discount is available to current Lynchburg Road Runners Club members. Discounts will not be given after Monday September 30th. Participant membership must be current with the LRRC membership roster found on RunSignUp on race day. Discount will be given at checkout automatically. Refunds and discounts will not be given after completing online race registration.

AWARDS:
All Finishers receive a commemorative "FINISHER AWARD"
Top 3 overall boys and girls for the 1 mile distance (all races combined) and the top 3 boys and girls in each race.

AGE GROUPS: (boys & girls): 3-under (1/8 mi); 4-5 (1/4 mi); 6-7 (1/2 mi); 8-9 (1 mi); 10-11 (1 mi); 12-13 (1 mi)

PARKING: Riverside Park, closed to ALL vehicular traffic (9AM to 10:45AM). Please park on Rivermont Ave.

STROLLERS & PETS PROHIBITED, REGISTRATION IS NON-REFUNDABLE & NON-TRANSFERABLE

Races

  • 1/8 Mile Girls (Ages 3 & Under)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Optional Purchase for Each Participant)

    Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    CLOSED
  • 1/8 Mile Boys (Ages 3 & Under)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Optional Purchase for Each Participant)

    Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    CLOSED
  • 1/4 Mile Girls (Ages 4-5)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Optional Purchase for Each Participant)

    Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    CLOSED
  • 1/4 Mile Boys (Ages 4-5)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Optional Purchase for Each Participant)

    Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    CLOSED
  • 1/2 Mile Girls (Ages 6-7)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Optional Purchase for Each Participant)

    Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    CLOSED
  • 1/2 Mile Boys (Ages 6-7)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Optional Purchase for Each Participant)

    Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    CLOSED
  • 1 Mile Girls (Ages 8-13)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Optional Purchase for Each Participant)

    Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    CLOSED
  • 1 Mile Boys (Ages 8-13)

    Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt (Optional Purchase for Each Participant)

    Sat 11th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.30

    CLOSED

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