LewisGale Salem Half Marathon, 8k and Kids Fun Run

Saturday, October 9, 2027

8:00 AM EDT

Salem, Virginia

$22.20–$75.20 · 8 races

1 Mile, Half Marathon, 5 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the LewisGale Salem Half Marathon, 8K, and Kids Fun Run on Saturday, October 9th, 2027! Set in the vibrant City of Salem, Virginia, renowned for its championship sports legacy, this event promises a fantastic experience for runners of all ages and skill levels.

Starting and finishing at the picturesque Salem Farmers Market in downtown Salem, participants will embark on a scenic journey through charming neighborhoods, the beautiful Roanoke College campus, and the bustling business district. Whether you're tackling the half marathon distance or the more manageable 8K, there's something for everyone, including the fun-filled Kids Fun Run to inspire the youngest athletes.

Don't miss the chance to earn the coveted Virginia's Blue Ridge Triple Crown medal by completing this half marathon alongside the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Full or Half Marathon in April and the Star City Half Marathon in November. For those looking for a lighter challenge, the Triple Crown Sprint Series offers a chance to earn a medal by participating in the Blue Ridge Star-K (or Relay), Salem 8K, and Star City 10K. Join us for an unforgettable day of camaraderie, competition, and celebration in the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge

Races

LewisGale Salem Half Marathon

Incl. $5.20 Fee & Race Shirt (shirt size guaranteed only through 9/11/2026)

8:00 AM EDT

$75.20

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Virginia's Blue Ridge 8k

Incl. $3.70 Fee & Race Shirt (shirt size guaranteed only through 9/11/2026)

8:00 AM EDT

$48.70

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G&H Contracting Kids Fun Run -1 mile

Incl. $2.20 Fee & Race Shirt (shirt size guaranteed only through 9/11/2026)

8:10 AM EDT

$22.20

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G&H Contracting Kids Fun Run - 2 miles

Incl. $2.20 Fee & Race Shirt(shirt size guaranteed only through 9/11/2026)

8:05 AM EDT

$22.20

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Virtual LewisGale Salem Half Marathon
Virtual

Incl. $4.30 Fee & Race Shirt (shirt size guaranteed only through 9/11/2026)

Virtual races must be run on the actual race course, but not on the in-person race day. The window for running the virtual race is 9/10/25-10/10/25.

8:00 AM EDT

$59.30

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Virtual Virginia's Blue Ridge 8k
Virtual

Incl. $3.40 Fee & Race Shirt (shirt size guaranteed only through 9/11/2026)

Virtual races must be run on the actual race course, but not on the in-person race day. The window for running the virtual race is 9/10/25-10/10/25.

8:00 AM EDT

$43.40

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Virtual G&H Contracting Kids Fun Run - 1 Mile
Virtual

Incl. $2.20 Fee & Race Shirt (shirt size guaranteed only through 9/11/2026)

Virtual races must be run on the actual race course, but not on the in-person race day. The window for running the virtual race is 9/10/25-10/10/25.

8:00 AM EDT

$22.20

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Virtual G&H Contracting Kids Fun Run - 2 Miles
Virtual

Incl. $2.20 Fee & Race Shirt (shirt size guaranteed only through 9/11/2026)

Virtual races must be run on the actual race course, but not on the in-person race day. The window for running the virtual race is 9/10/25-10/10/25.

8:00 AM EDT

$22.20

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Organiser's description

The City of Salem, known as "Virginia's Championship City", has hosted numerous NCAA National Championships as well as many other national and international sports tournaments. In 2016, we decided to branch out and bring that "Championship" mentality to running! The races start and finish at the Salem Farmers Market in downtown Salem, VA and take you on a scenic tour of Salem through neighborhoods, Roanoke College, and the downtown business district.

We have partnered with Blue Ridge Racing https://www.blueridgeracing.net, the area's leading road race management organization to produce these events. In addition to managing the LewisGale Salem Half Marathon, Virginia's Blue Ridge 8K, and the G&H Contracting Kids Run, Blue Ridge Racing handles the race management for the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon and other regional events.

As an added bonus to running the LewisGale Salem Half Marathon, you will have the opportunity to earn the Virginia's Blue Ridge Triple Crown medal if you also complete the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Full or Half Marathon (in April) and the Star City Half Marathon (in November) within the same year. Is three half marathons too much for you? Run the Blue Ridge Star-K (or Relay), Salem 8K, and Star City 10K to earn the Triple Crown Sprint Series medal. This exciting race series rewards runners in the valley with some serious race medal bling and bragging rights!