Mountain State Forest Festival 10K and 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 28th September 2025
- Time 12:30PM EDT
- Location Elkins, West Virginia
- Price $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Mountain State Forest Festival 10K and 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Sunday, September 28, 2025, in the picturesque town of Elkins, Randolph County! This exciting event is part of the 87th annual Mountain State Forest Festival, one of West Virginia's largest and oldest celebrations, showcasing the stunning beauty of the state's mountains. Participants can choose between the competitive 10K run or the more leisurely 5K walk/run, both starting at 12:30 p.m. after registration opens at 10:30 a.m. at the Elkins/Randolph County Y.M.C.A.
Join the fun as runners and walkers of all ages take part in this vibrant festival atmosphere themed "Embrace Nature's Charm." In addition to the races, attendees can enjoy a full day of festivities, including live music, a lumberjack competition, art exhibits, and even a Royal Coronation. Don't miss the chance to be part of this thrilling community event and celebrate the spirit of West Virginia! Young athletes can also participate in the Kids 1 Mile Challenge, which is free for kids aged 10 and under. Come and experience the camaraderie, excitement,
Join the fun as runners and walkers of all ages take part in this vibrant festival atmosphere themed "Embrace Nature's Charm." In addition to the races, attendees can enjoy a full day of festivities, including live music, a lumberjack competition, art exhibits, and even a Royal Coronation. Don't miss the chance to be part of this thrilling community event and celebrate the spirit of West Virginia! Young athletes can also participate in the Kids 1 Mile Challenge, which is free for kids aged 10 and under. Come and experience the camaraderie, excitement,
Organiser's Description
Mountain State Forest Festival 10K and 5K Run/Walk
Event Sponsors:
SEVEN Performance
Alpenglow Dental
Broughton's Sports
Carte Hall & Associates A.C.
Elkins Builders Supply
Davis Electrical Service
Vandalia Health Davis
Start/Finish: 5th Street/Davis Avenue
10:30 a.m. Registration Begins in the Elkins/Randolph County Y.M.C.A
12:30 p.m. Runners & Walkers Step Off
12:45 p.m. Kids Run Step Off (Kids 1 Mile Challenge FREE to Kids 10 and under. Registration the day of the event onsite.)
ABOUT THE MOUNTAIN STATE FOREST FESTIVAL
2025 marks the 87th year of the Mountain State Forest Festival, one of the largest and oldest festivals in West Virginia. The Mountain State Forest Festival promotes the beauty and splendor of the West Virginia mountains and plays a major role in our local and state economy. This year's festival, with the theme of Embrace Nature's Charm, includes nightly live music and entertainment in the beautiful downtown amphitheater, a lumberjack competition, forestry and wood exhibits, juried art show, photography exhibit, quilt show, arts and crafts, amusement rides, three parades, and the Royal Coronation of Queen Silvia.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Runners shall complete the course as marked and directed.
2. Runners/Walkers must complete the course in which they have registered.
3. All decisions of the committee as to finish time, place and any disqualifications shall be final.
AWARDS
10K RUN - Trophies to First and Second, overall finishers (male/female). First and second to age divisions (male/female).
Age Groups/RUN - 19-Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-Over
5K RUN - Trophies to First and Second, overall finishers (male/female). First and second to age divisions (male/female).
Age Groups/RUN - 19-Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-Over
Event Sponsors:
SEVEN Performance
Alpenglow Dental
Broughton's Sports
Carte Hall & Associates A.C.
Elkins Builders Supply
Davis Electrical Service
Vandalia Health Davis
Start/Finish: 5th Street/Davis Avenue
10:30 a.m. Registration Begins in the Elkins/Randolph County Y.M.C.A
12:30 p.m. Runners & Walkers Step Off
12:45 p.m. Kids Run Step Off (Kids 1 Mile Challenge FREE to Kids 10 and under. Registration the day of the event onsite.)
ABOUT THE MOUNTAIN STATE FOREST FESTIVAL
2025 marks the 87th year of the Mountain State Forest Festival, one of the largest and oldest festivals in West Virginia. The Mountain State Forest Festival promotes the beauty and splendor of the West Virginia mountains and plays a major role in our local and state economy. This year's festival, with the theme of Embrace Nature's Charm, includes nightly live music and entertainment in the beautiful downtown amphitheater, a lumberjack competition, forestry and wood exhibits, juried art show, photography exhibit, quilt show, arts and crafts, amusement rides, three parades, and the Royal Coronation of Queen Silvia.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Runners shall complete the course as marked and directed.
2. Runners/Walkers must complete the course in which they have registered.
3. All decisions of the committee as to finish time, place and any disqualifications shall be final.
AWARDS
10K RUN - Trophies to First and Second, overall finishers (male/female). First and second to age divisions (male/female).
Age Groups/RUN - 19-Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-Over
5K RUN - Trophies to First and Second, overall finishers (male/female). First and second to age divisions (male/female).
Age Groups/RUN - 19-Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-Over
Races
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10K Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 28th September 2025 (12:30PM EDT)
$22.20
Rules and Regulations 1. Runners shall complete the course as marked and directed. 2. Runners/Walkers must complete the course in which they have registered. 3. All decisions of the committee as to finish time, place and any disqualifications shall be final. Awards 10K RUN - Trophies to First and Second, overall finishers (male/female). First and second to age divisions (male/female). Age Groups/RUN - 19-Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-Over 5K RUN - Trophies to First and Second, overall finishers (male/female). First and second to age divisions (male/female). Age Groups/RUN - 19-Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-Over -
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 28th September 2025 (12:30PM EDT)
$22.20
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