Ashland Railroad Run
- Date Sat 21st March 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Ashland, Virginia
- Price $17.61 - $65.65
- Races 7 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Kick off your spring with this beloved road race that not only promises a scenic course but also supports the Hanover Arts & Activities Center. With both in-person and virtual options available, you can choose how you want to participate. The course is accessible for wheelchairs and strollers in the 5K, while the 10K offers a more challenging experience. Don't forget to stick around after the race to explore all that Ashland has to offer! Make sure to pick up your race packet at the Hanover Arts & Activities Center on March 20 from 5-7 PM or on race day starting at 7 AM. Register early to guarantee your tech
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 for all Fun Run finishers.
TECH-SHIRTS
Shirt availability and sizes cannot be guaranteed if registered after March 2nd.
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. $4.64 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$49.64
OPENS 14 NOVTrail course with roots, wooden bridges, gravel -
5k
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$44.30
OPENS 14 NOVsuitable for wheelchairs and strollers -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.61 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$17.61
OPENS 14 NOV -
COTU Challenge
Incl. $5.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$65.65
OPENS 14 NOVComplete both the 5K and the 10K races! -
Virtual 10K
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
$44.30
OPENS 14 NOV -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.96
OPENS 14 NOV -
Virtual COTU Challenge
Incl. $5.31 Fee & T-Shirt
$60.31
OPENS 14 NOV
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500 South Center Street, Ashland, 23005, VA, United States
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