Galax Autumn Days 5K Run
- Date Sat 18th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Galax, Virginia
- Price Free - $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 37th Annual Galax Autumn Days 5K Run on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in the vibrant city of Galax, Virginia! This exciting event features a 5K Run (3.1 miles) starting at 10:00 AM, and a delightful 1-Mile Kids Race for children 12 and under kicking off at 9:00 AM. Both races will begin and end in the beautiful Felts Park, located at 601 South Main Street, where runners will enjoy a flat course along the scenic Chestnut Creek and a stretch through the New River State Park.
Registration opens at 8:00 AM and closes promptly at 9:45 AM for the 5K and 8:45 AM for the 1-Mile Kids Race. Entry fees are just $20 if registered by October 15, 2025, and $25 on race day, including a stylish t-shirt for 5K participants. With awards for the top finishers in various age groups and special bonuses for record-breaking performances, this event promises to be a thrilling day of community spirit and friendly competition. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this cherished local tradition!
Registration opens at 8:00 AM and closes promptly at 9:45 AM for the 5K and 8:45 AM for the 1-Mile Kids Race. Entry fees are just $20 if registered by October 15, 2025, and $25 on race day, including a stylish t-shirt for 5K participants. With awards for the top finishers in various age groups and special bonuses for record-breaking performances, this event promises to be a thrilling day of community spirit and friendly competition. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this cherished local tradition!
Organiser's Description
37th Annual
Galax Autumn Days 5k Run
STARTING TIMES
10:00 am - 5K Run (3.1 miles)
9:00 am - 1-Mile Race for kids 12 & under
REGISTRATION
8:00 - 9:45 am Saturday, October 18, 2025 in the gymnasium at Felts Park. 5K Run registration closes promptly at 9:45 am and for the 1-Mile Kids Race at 8:45 am.
ENTRY FEE
$20.00 for the 5K if postmarked by October 15, 2025.
$25.00 October 15 through Race Day.
Entry includes an attractive t-shirt.
1-Mile Kids Race Free - no t-shirt.
AWARDS
Overall winners will receive special awards along with their overall awards
Awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd each age group both Male/Female.
No Double-dipping awards. Higher award will be given if Master Runner (40+) places in the overall standings.
Bonus Awards will be given for breaking the Male/Female Overall & Masters course records.
There will continue to be one award for the top Super Master winner (Age 60 +) both male and female.
If Super Masters winners place in the overall or the Masters Div. they are not eligible for the Super Master award No Double-dipping awards in age groups/masters divisions.
RACE COURSE
The Galax Autumn Days 5K Run and 1-Mile Kids Race both start and finish in Felts Park at 601 South Main Street, Galax, VA. The 5K course is flat as it follows Chestnut Creek with a 1/2 mile stretch of the course being run on the New River State Park.
AGE GROUPS - MALE/FEMALE
10 & Under 35 - 39 65 - 69
11 - 14 40 - 44 70 - 74
15 - 19 45 - 49 75 - 79
20 - 24 50 - 54 80 & Over
25 - 29 55 - 59
30 34 60 - 64
COURSE RECORDS
Thomas Curtin 14:40 (2014)
Natalie Sherbak 16:58 (2008)
DIRECTIONS TO 5K RACE
Exit 14, I-77 at US 58. Go west 58 until the intersection of US 58 and Rt. 89 take a left on Rt. 89 (Main Street) and go 8 blocks. Felts Park is located on the left. Race begins and ends in the Felts Park area.
Race Director: Tony Quesenberry [email protected]
Galax Autumn Days 5k Run
STARTING TIMES
10:00 am - 5K Run (3.1 miles)
9:00 am - 1-Mile Race for kids 12 & under
REGISTRATION
8:00 - 9:45 am Saturday, October 18, 2025 in the gymnasium at Felts Park. 5K Run registration closes promptly at 9:45 am and for the 1-Mile Kids Race at 8:45 am.
ENTRY FEE
$20.00 for the 5K if postmarked by October 15, 2025.
$25.00 October 15 through Race Day.
Entry includes an attractive t-shirt.
1-Mile Kids Race Free - no t-shirt.
AWARDS
Overall winners will receive special awards along with their overall awards
Awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd each age group both Male/Female.
No Double-dipping awards. Higher award will be given if Master Runner (40+) places in the overall standings.
Bonus Awards will be given for breaking the Male/Female Overall & Masters course records.
There will continue to be one award for the top Super Master winner (Age 60 +) both male and female.
If Super Masters winners place in the overall or the Masters Div. they are not eligible for the Super Master award No Double-dipping awards in age groups/masters divisions.
RACE COURSE
The Galax Autumn Days 5K Run and 1-Mile Kids Race both start and finish in Felts Park at 601 South Main Street, Galax, VA. The 5K course is flat as it follows Chestnut Creek with a 1/2 mile stretch of the course being run on the New River State Park.
AGE GROUPS - MALE/FEMALE
10 & Under 35 - 39 65 - 69
11 - 14 40 - 44 70 - 74
15 - 19 45 - 49 75 - 79
20 - 24 50 - 54 80 & Over
25 - 29 55 - 59
30 34 60 - 64
COURSE RECORDS
Thomas Curtin 14:40 (2014)
Natalie Sherbak 16:58 (2008)
DIRECTIONS TO 5K RACE
Exit 14, I-77 at US 58. Go west 58 until the intersection of US 58 and Rt. 89 take a left on Rt. 89 (Main Street) and go 8 blocks. Felts Park is located on the left. Race begins and ends in the Felts Park area.
Race Director: Tony Quesenberry [email protected]
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