Dead of Summer 6K
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Jeffersonton, Virginia
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 5th Annual Dead of Summer 6K on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the picturesque Jeffersonton, Culpeper! This exhilarating cross-country race not only invites you to challenge yourself on a beautifully varied course but also promises a fun-filled day for all. Starting and ending at the renowned Death Ridge Brewery, the route winds through the stunning Verdun Adventure Bound property, where you might even spot some emus and a zebra along the way!
Participants will enjoy racing through a mix of close-cut grass and well-groomed trails, over streams, and alongside serene ponds. With prizes including a one-year membership at Death Ridge Brewery and age-group awards for both men and women, there's plenty of incentive to run your best! Pre-register for only $30 and secure your race T-shirt by July 22nd, or join us on race day for a $35 entry fee. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness and fun, where the race is just the beginning—stay for the beer and celebrate your achievements in style!
Participants will enjoy racing through a mix of close-cut grass and well-groomed trails, over streams, and alongside serene ponds. With prizes including a one-year membership at Death Ridge Brewery and age-group awards for both men and women, there's plenty of incentive to run your best! Pre-register for only $30 and secure your race T-shirt by July 22nd, or join us on race day for a $35 entry fee. Don’t miss out on this unique blend of fitness and fun, where the race is just the beginning—stay for the beer and celebrate your achievements in style!
Organiser's Description
COME FOR THE RACE, STAY FOR THE BEER!
DEATH RIDGE BREWERY AND VERDUN ADVENTURE BOUND PRESENT THE 5TH ANNUAL THE DEAD OF SUMMER 6K. THE XC COURSE BEGINS AND ENDS AT DEATH RIDGE BREWERY AND INCLUDES A SIGNIFICANT PORTION OF THE VERDUN ADVENTURE BOUND CROSS COUNTRY COURSE. IF YOU KEEP AN EYE OUT, YOU MIGHT ACTUALLY SEE SOME EMU AND A ZEBRA (NO, REALLY!) AS THE COURSE CUTS THROUGH A NEIGHBOR'S PROPERTY.
1ST PRIZE: ONE YEAR MEMBERSHIP AT DEATH RIDGE BREWERY ($125 VALUE)!
TOP 3 MEN AND TOP 3 WOMEN WILL WIN A BEER (OR AGE-LEGAL BEVERAGE), ON VERDUN! WE LOVE OUR RUNNERS!
RACE T-SHIRT INCLUDED!
CROSS COUNTRY 6K
WHY 6K? BECAUSE THAT'S HOW AN EASY TO FOLLOW AND NATURALLY FLOWING COURSE MEASURED OUT. WE COULD HAVE MADE IT A 5K, BUT IT WOULDN'T BE AS FUN. 6K IS 1000 METERS BETTER! NOTE: COURSE DISTANCE IS APPROXIMATE.
Introduction/Supporting
This race is an introduction to the wonderful beer of DEATH RIDGE BREWERY, with all race proceeds going to support VERDUN ADVENTURE BOUND. Verdun is an educational 501 (C)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to support youth and adult personal growth incorporating experiential learning and stewardship of the land on its 67 acre retreat facility. Check them out at the link below.
PRICES
$30 PRE-REGISTRATION THROUGH 11:00PM AUGUST 8TH (RACE DAY)
$35 ON RACE DAY AT DRB, LOCATED IN RIXEYVILLE.
RACE T-SHIRT INCLUDED FOR THOSE WHO _PRE-REG BY JULY 22ND AT 11:59AM_. WE WILL STILL COLLECT T-SHIRT SIZE INFO, AND MAY HAVE EXTRA SHIRTS, BUT THEY ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER THE CUT-OFF DATE.
Race Course
The surface varies from close cut grass to a short section of rough trail and several kilometers of the well groomed trail in Verdun. Verdun has a beautiful cross country course with just enough hills to make it interesting. You will be in and out of the woods, along side two ponds, and over a stream or two (bridged, of course).
AWARDS
We will have age and gender group awards as follows:
OVERALL
Male: 3 places
Female: 3 places
AGE/SEX
Male: 13 and under, 14-18, 19-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 70+
Female: 13 and under, 14-18, 19-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 70+
Questions?
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DEATH RIDGE BREWERY AND VERDUN ADVENTURE BOUND PRESENT THE 5TH ANNUAL THE DEAD OF SUMMER 6K. THE XC COURSE BEGINS AND ENDS AT DEATH RIDGE BREWERY AND INCLUDES A SIGNIFICANT PORTION OF THE VERDUN ADVENTURE BOUND CROSS COUNTRY COURSE. IF YOU KEEP AN EYE OUT, YOU MIGHT ACTUALLY SEE SOME EMU AND A ZEBRA (NO, REALLY!) AS THE COURSE CUTS THROUGH A NEIGHBOR'S PROPERTY.
1ST PRIZE: ONE YEAR MEMBERSHIP AT DEATH RIDGE BREWERY ($125 VALUE)!
TOP 3 MEN AND TOP 3 WOMEN WILL WIN A BEER (OR AGE-LEGAL BEVERAGE), ON VERDUN! WE LOVE OUR RUNNERS!
RACE T-SHIRT INCLUDED!
CROSS COUNTRY 6K
WHY 6K? BECAUSE THAT'S HOW AN EASY TO FOLLOW AND NATURALLY FLOWING COURSE MEASURED OUT. WE COULD HAVE MADE IT A 5K, BUT IT WOULDN'T BE AS FUN. 6K IS 1000 METERS BETTER! NOTE: COURSE DISTANCE IS APPROXIMATE.
Introduction/Supporting
This race is an introduction to the wonderful beer of DEATH RIDGE BREWERY, with all race proceeds going to support VERDUN ADVENTURE BOUND. Verdun is an educational 501 (C)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to support youth and adult personal growth incorporating experiential learning and stewardship of the land on its 67 acre retreat facility. Check them out at the link below.
PRICES
$30 PRE-REGISTRATION THROUGH 11:00PM AUGUST 8TH (RACE DAY)
$35 ON RACE DAY AT DRB, LOCATED IN RIXEYVILLE.
RACE T-SHIRT INCLUDED FOR THOSE WHO _PRE-REG BY JULY 22ND AT 11:59AM_. WE WILL STILL COLLECT T-SHIRT SIZE INFO, AND MAY HAVE EXTRA SHIRTS, BUT THEY ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER THE CUT-OFF DATE.
Race Course
The surface varies from close cut grass to a short section of rough trail and several kilometers of the well groomed trail in Verdun. Verdun has a beautiful cross country course with just enough hills to make it interesting. You will be in and out of the woods, along side two ponds, and over a stream or two (bridged, of course).
AWARDS
We will have age and gender group awards as follows:
OVERALL
Male: 3 places
Female: 3 places
AGE/SEX
Male: 13 and under, 14-18, 19-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 70+
Female: 13 and under, 14-18, 19-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 70+
Questions?
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Races
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Dead of Summer 6K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$32.80
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