Ashland Railroad Run
- Date Sat 21st March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Ashland, Virginia
- Price $19.75 - $76.33
- Races 8 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Set against the picturesque backdrop of Ashland, known as the "Center of the Universe," this event promises to be a memorable experience. Join us for packet pickup at the Hanover Arts & Activities Center on March 20 from 5-7 PM, or on race day starting at 7 AM. Participants can look forward to great prizes from the Lucky Road Run Shop and a fun atmosphere filled with community spirit. Whether you choose to race in person or opt for the virtual option, don’t miss out on this opportunity to enjoy the beautiful spring weather and support the Hanover Arts & Activities Center. Come race the rails and celebrate the joy of running in Ashland!
Organiser's Description
Come race the rail at one of Central Virginias longest established road races. This 10K RAILS to TRAILS race is a favorite spring ritual for runners near and far. Start and finish "on the tracks" in our picturesque railroad town, known as the "Center of the Universe"! Events include a 10k, 5K Walk/Run, Kids Fun Run, and the COTU Challenge (race both the 5K and 10K!). Stay after the race and enjoy all that Ashland has to offer.
Packet pickup in person at Hanover Arts & Activities Center, March 20th from 5-7pm and March 21st beginning at 7am.
PRIZES
Lucky Road Run Shop is Providing Gift Certificates!
Top Overall Finishers 10k:
- 1st Place: 2 x $50 gift certificates
- 2nd Place: 2 x $40 gift certificates
- 3rd Place: 2 x $30 gift certificates
Top Male and Female Finishers 5k:
- 2 x $30 gift certificates
Top Male and Female Finishers COTU Challenge:
- 2 x $30 gift certificates
Prizes for all Fun Run finishers.
TECH-SHIRTS
Shirt availability and sizes cannot be guaranteed if registered after March 3rd.
Virtual runners will need to pickup shirt during packet pickup. Shirts for virtual non-local entries can be shipped for flat rate of $10.
$5 discount for no shirt option.
The 5k course is suitable for wheelchairs and stroller. The 10k course is NOT suitable for strollers or wheelchairs.
There are 2 water stations along the course.
Races
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10k
Incl. $5.31 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$60.31
Trail course with roots, wooden bridges, gravel -
5k
Incl. $4.98 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$54.98
suitable for wheelchairs and strollers -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$22.95
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COTU Challenge
Incl. $6.33 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$76.33
Complete both the 5K and the 10K races! -
Virtual 10K
Incl. $4.98 Fee & T-Shirt
$54.98
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Virtual 5K
Incl. $4.64 Fee & T-Shirt
$49.64
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Virtual COTU Challenge
Incl. $5.99 Fee & T-Shirt
$70.99
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Hanover ARC 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.75 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$19.75
This is an event for a fun run/walk for adults affiliated with Hanover ARC
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500 South Center Street, Ashland, 23005, VA, United States
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