Heart of Virginia Festival 10K & 5k Run

  • Date Sat 13th September 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Farmville, Virginia
  • Price $27.50
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Heart of Virginia Festival 10K & 5K Run, taking place on Saturday, September 13, 2025, in the charming town of Farmville, Prince Edward! This exciting event invites both runners and walkers to explore the scenic High Bridge State Park Trail with a flat, out-and-back course that starts at the Main Street Plaza. The festivities kick off at 8:30 AM, where participants can choose between the 10K and 5K distances, each offering medals for the top finishers in various age categories.

Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a casual participant, the Heart of Virginia Festival Run promises a fantastic experience for everyone. With registration options for both in-person and virtual participants, there's something for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to join the fun, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and celebrate health and community spirit in Farmville!

Organiser's Description

5K / 10K "IN PERSON" REGISTRATION:
$25 || Individual || 4/15 - 8/11
$30 || Individual || 8/12 - 9/11
$35 || Individual || 9/12 - 9/13

VIRTUAL 5K / 10K REGISTRATION:
$25 || Individual || 4/15 - 8/11
$30 || Individual || 8/12 - 9/11
$35 || Individual || 9/12 - 9/13

HAVE YOUR VIRTUAL RACE PACKET MAILED TO YOU.
We are pleased to offer USPS Priority Shipping, for an additional fee of $10.00, to those unable to pick up their packet at our packet pickup and/or who live outside our area. The deadline for this option to receive your packet by virtual race weekend is September 3rd.

10K RACE DESCRIPTION (RUN ONLY):
The 10K begins at the Main Street Plaza on the High Bridge State Park Trail in Farmville, Virginia. This out-and-back course runs in the direction of the old Farmville train station. The grade is relatively flat. The surface is fine, crushed, gravel. Timing and scoring of the 10K run will be provided. The 10K and the 5K events start together at 8:30 am. Medals will be presented to the top 3 overall male & female finishers and top finishers in each age category that participated in the 10K. Categories for men and women include: 18 & under, 19 29, 30 39, 40 49, 50 59, 60 - 69, and 70 & over.

5K RUN/WALK DESCRIPTION (RUN & WALK):
The 5K begins at the Main Street Plaza on the High Bridge State Park Trail in Farmville, Virginia. Runners and walkers are welcome to participate in the 5K and will be ranked together. This out-and-back course runs in the direction of the old Farmville train station. The grade is relatively flat. The surface is fine, crushed, gravel. The 10K and the 5K events start together at 8:30 am. Medals will be presented to the top 3 overall male & female finishers and the top finishers in each age category. Categories for men and women include: 18 & under, 19 29, 30 39, 40 49, 50 59, 60 - 69, and 70 & over.

DISQUALIFICATION:
Participants must complete the event distance they have registered for. A participant who is registered for the 10K and participates in the 5K during the event will be disqualified. A participant who is registered for the 5K and finishes the 10K will be disqualified.

REGISTRATION/PACKET PICKUP:
Friday, September 12th, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm || Farmville Parks and Recreation Department Office 124 South Street, Farmville, VA || Saturday, September 13th (RACE DAY) 7:30 am - 8:15 am, Main Street Plaza, 311 Main Street, Farmville, VA 23901

EVENT DAY PARKING:
Recommended parking is the Depot Street municipal parking lot located across from our start/finish line. (intersection of Depot St. and North Main)

T-Shirts:
Guaranteed to all participants registered by September 1st. Extra shirts will be ordered and available on a first-come basis at packet pickup.

Awards:
10K Overall - Top 3 M/F, 10K Age Groups -Top 3 M/F 18 & under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 - 69, 70 & over.
5K Overall Top 3 M/F, 5K Age Groups Top 3 M/F 18 & under, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 - 69, 70 & over.
There are no awards for our virtual events.

VIRTUAL RESULTS:
1. COMPLETE YOUR 5K or 10K, Friday, September 12 - Sunday, September 14th
2. UPLOAD YOUR RESULTS via the RunSignUp website
3. RECEIVE A T-SHIRT!

Participants will have the ability to report their results, for their event, directly to our RunSignUp Results page.
Instructions will be emailed to participants during race week and will also be found on our registration page.

RESULTS: Event results can be found on race day on our RunSignUp event page or RiversideRunners.com [http://www.riversiderunners.com]

Races

  • 10K Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Guaranteed to Those Reg by 9/1)

    Sat 13th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS SOON
  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Guaranteed to Those Reg by 9/1)

    Sat 13th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS SOON
  • Virtual 10k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Guaranteed to Those Reg by 9/1)

    $27.50

    OPENS SOON
  • Virtual 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Guaranteed to Those Reg by 9/1)

    $27.50

    OPENS SOON
  • 10K Hand Cycle

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Guaranteed to Those Reg by 9/1)

    Sat 13th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS SOON
  • 5K Hand Cycle

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Guaranteed to Those Reg by 9/1)

    Sat 13th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS SOON

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311 Main Street, Farmville, 23901, VA, United States

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