JackFest 2026

  • Date Sun 18th October 2026
  • Time 1:00PM EDT
  • Location Charlottesville, Virginia
  • Price Free - $22.20
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at JackFest 2026, taking place on Sunday, October 18th, 2026, in beautiful Charlottesville, Albemarle. This vibrant event promises an action-packed schedule with races for all ages, including the thrilling One Mile and Two Mile XC races, which now guarantee entry into the beloved Kid's Superhero Dash and the Child-Parent 2x200 Relay. Young athletes will love the redesigned XC course featuring a mix of flat and hilly grass terrain, perfect for showcasing their speed and skills!

The race day kicks off with the Girl's and Boy's 1 Mile Elementary School XC Races for grades K-5th at 1:00 PM and 1:15 PM respectively, followed by the expanded 2 Mile Middle School XC Races for grades 5th-8th at 1:30 PM and 1:50 PM. Kids can also participate in the Superhero Dash, with distances ranging from 100 meters to 400 meters depending on age, ensuring everyone can join in on the fun! Plus, all participants will receive a free JackFest shirt and the chance to win medals and team plaques. Don't miss out on this fantastic family event

Organiser's Description

*New In 2026*
-Registration in the One Mile or Two Mile XC races automatically guarantees entry into the Kid's Superhero Dash and Child-Parent 2x200 Relay
-The Middle School XC races will now be a 2 mile race instead of a 1.5 mile race
-The Superhero Dashes have different distances with the youngest age groups doing 100 meters (1/2 lap), the middle age groups doing 200 meters (1 lap), and the oldest kids doing 400 meters (2 laps).
-The redesigned XC course will feature a mixture of flat(ter) and hilly grass terrain
-Entry Prices include a free JackFest shirt as well as entry into all of the other wonderful activities at JackFest.

RACE DAY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE STARTING AT 11:30AM

12:00PM JACKFEST [https://www.jackfest.net/] BEGINS!

1:00pm ($15): Girl's 1 Mile Elementary School XC Race (Grades K-5th)

This JackFest favorite is back in 2026, and will take place on the gently rolling grass paths at Foxfield. It is open to all girls in grades K-5th and will be contested in one large field where everyone starts at the same time. Although everyone competes together, the final results will be broken down by GRADE (NOT AGE).

Registration in this event will include a free 2026 JackFest shirt, and medals will go to the top three girls in each grade.

Teams: We will also do team scoring for this race, and will count the first three (3) finishers from each school. The winning team will take home the 2026 JackFest Champion plaque. When registering, please note that there is a question regarding which school your child is affiliated with.

*Please note that the price will go from $15 to $20 on October 1st*

1:15PM ($15): BOY'S 1 MILE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL XC RACE (GRADES K-5TH)

This JackFest favorite is back in 2026, and will take place on the gently rolling grass paths at Foxfield. It is open to all boys in grades K-5th and will be contested in one large field where everyone starts at the same time. Although everyone competes together, the final results will be broken down by GRADE (NOT AGE).

Registration in this event will include a free 2026 JackFest shirt, and medals will go to the top three boys in each grade.

Teams: We will also do team scoring for this race, and will count the first three (3) finishers from each school. The winning team will take home the 2026 JackFest Champion plaque. When registering, please note that there is a question regarding which school your child is affiliated with.

*Please note that the price will go from $15 to $20 on October 1st*

1:30pm ($15): Girl's 2 Mile Middle School XC Race (Grades 5th-8th)

This JackFest favorite is back in 2026, but will increase to a full two miles this year. It will take place on a new course that features the rolling grass hills of Foxfield as well as some flatter terrain too. It is open to all girls in grades 5th-8th and will be contested in one large field where everyone starts at the same time. Although everyone competes together, the final results will be broken down by GRADE (NOT AGE).

Registration in this event will include a free 2026 JackFest shirt, and medals will go to the top three girls in each grade.

Teams: We will also do team scoring for this race, and will count the first three (3) finishers from each school. The winning team will take home the 2026 JackFest Champion plaque. When registering, please note that there is a question regarding which school your child is affiliated with.

*Please note that the price will go from $15 to $20 on October 1st*

1:50PM ($15): BOY'S 2 MILE MIDDLE SCHOOL XC RACE (GRADES 5TH-8TH)

This JackFest favorite is back in 2026, but will increase to a full two miles this year. It will take place on a new course that features the rolling grass hills of Foxfield as well as some flatter terrain too. It is open to all boys in grades 5th-8th and will be contested in one large field where everyone starts at the same time. Although everyone competes together, the final results will be broken down by GRADE (NOT AGE).

Registration in this event will include a free 2026 JackFest shirt, and medals will go to the top three boys in each grade.

Teams: We will also do team scoring for this race, and will count the first three (3) finishers from each school. The winning team will take home the 2026 JackFest Champion plaque. When registering, please note that there is a question regarding which school your child is affiliated with.

*Please note that the price will go from $15 to $20 on October 1st*

2:15PM KIDS' SUPERHERO DASH ($15)

Kids will compete in a 100-400 meter footrace (distance depends on age) on the flat grass track at Foxfield. Each age will have its own separate race with the younger ages (2-4) running 100 meters, the middle ages (5-8) running 200 meters, and the older ages (9 and up) running 400 meters. The race sections will look like the following, and we will begin with the youngest age groups and go up from there...

100 METERS (1/2 LAP): 2 & Under, 3 Years Old, 4 Years Old

200 METERS (1 LAP): 5 Years Old, 6 Years Old, 7 Years Old, 8 Years Old

400 METERS (2 LAPS): 9 Years Old, 10 Years Old, 11 Years Old, 12-13 Years Old

Registration in this event will include a free 2026 JackFest shirt, and ribbons will go to the top 5 overall finishers in each age group.

*Please note that the price will go from $15 to $20 on October 1st*

~3:00pm (FREE): Child-Parent 2x200 Meter Relay
This race will be free and will conclude the running events for the day. It will be contested on our flat, grass track and is open to kids of ALL ages. We will divide this race up into sections depending on registration numbers. In each race, the child will ALWAYS run the first leg, and the parent will run second. There is no entry fee for this event.

VIRTUAL SUPERHERO ($15): Can't join us on the day of? Sign up as a virtual superhero to receive a 2026 JackFest shirt.

Races

  • Girl's 1 Mile Elementary School XC Race (K-5th)

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & 2026 JackFest Shirt

    Sun 18th October 2026 (1:00PM EDT)

    $22.20

    CLOSED
    This JackFest favorite is back in 2026, and will take place on the gently rolling grass paths at Foxfield. It is open to all girls in grades K-5th and will be contested in one large field where everyone starts at the same time. Although everyone competes together, the final results will be broken down by grade (not age). Registration in this event will include a free 2026 JackFest shirt, and medals will go to the top three girls in each grade. Teams: We will also do team scoring for this race, and will count the first three (3) finishers from each school. The winning team will take home the 2026 JackFest Champion plaque. When registering, please note that there is a question regarding which school your child is affiliated with.
  • Boy's 1 Mile Elementary School XC Race (K-5th)

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & 2026 JackFest Shirt

    Sun 18th October 2026 (1:15PM EDT)

    $22.20

    CLOSED
    This JackFest favorite is back in 2026, and will take place on the gently rolling grass paths at Foxfield. It is open to all boys in grades K-5th and will be contested in one large field where everyone starts at the same time. Although everyone competes together, the final results will be broken down by grade (not age). Registration in this event will include a free 2026 JackFest shirt, and medals will go to the top three boys in each grade. Teams: We will also do team scoring for this race, and will count the first three (3) finishers from each school. The winning team will take home the 2026 JackFest Champion plaque. When registering, please note that there is a question regarding which school your child is affiliated with.
  • Girl's 2 Mile Middle School XC Race (5th-8th)

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & 2026 JackFest Shirt

    Sun 18th October 2026 (1:30PM EDT)

    $22.20

    CLOSED
    This JackFest favorite is back in 2026, but will increase to a full two miles this year. It will take place on a new course that features the rolling grass hills of Foxfield as well as some flatter terrain too. It is open to all girls in grades 5th-8th and will be contested in one large field where everyone starts at the same time. Although everyone competes together, the final results will be broken down by grade (not age). Registration in this event will include a free 2026 JackFest shirt, and medals will go to the top three girls in each grade. Teams: We will also do team scoring for this race, and will count the first three (3) finishers from each school. The winning team will take home the 2026 JackFest Champion plaque. When registering, please note that there is a question regarding which school your child is affiliated with.
  • Boy's 2 Mile Middle School XC Race (5th-8th)

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & 2026 JackFest Shirt

    Sun 18th October 2026 (1:50PM EDT)

    $22.20

    CLOSED
    This JackFest favorite is back in 2026, but will increase to a full two miles this year. It will take place on a new course that features the rolling grass hills of Foxfield as well as some flatter terrain too. It is open to all boys in grades 5th-8th and will be contested in one large field where everyone starts at the same time. Although everyone competes together, the final results will be broken down by grade (not age). Registration in this event will include a free 2026 JackFest shirt, and medals will go to the top three boys in each grade. Teams: We will also do team scoring for this race, and will count the first three (3) finishers from each school. The winning team will take home the 2026 JackFest Champion plaque. When registering, please note that there is a question regarding which school your child is affiliated with.
  • Superhero Kids' Dash

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & 2026 JackFest Shirt

    Sun 18th October 2026 (2:15PM EDT)

    $22.20

    CLOSED
    Kids will compete in a 100-400 meter footrace (distance depends on age) on the flat grass track at Foxfield. Each age will have its own separate race with the younger ages (2-4) running 100 meters, the middle ages (5-8) running 200 meters, and the older ages (9 and up) running 400 meters. The race sections will look like the following, and we will begin with the youngest age groups and go up from there... 100 Meters (1/2 Lap): 2 & Under, 3 Years Old, 4 Years Old 200 Meters (1 Lap): 5 Years Old, 6 Years Old, 7 Years Old, 8 Years Old 400 Meters (2 Laps): 9 Years Old, 10 Years Old, 11 Years Old, 12-13 Years Old Registration in this event will include a free 2026 JackFest shirt, and ribbons will go to the top 5 overall finishers in each age group.
  • 2x200 Meter Child/Parent Relay Race

    Sun 18th October 2026 (3:00PM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    This race will be free and will conclude the running events for the day. It will be contested on our flat, grass track and is open to kids of ALL ages. We will divide this race up into sections based on the age of the child, and will have multiple sections depending on registration numbers. In each race, the child will always run the first leg, and the parent will run second.
  • Virtual Superhero

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & 2026 JackFest Shirt

    $16.90

    CLOSED
    Can't join us on the day of? Sign up as a virtual superhero to receive a 2026 JackFest shirt

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