RRRC Candy Cane 5k

Sunday, December 10, 2023 Past event

9:00 AM EST

Richmond, Virginia

Free–$32.80 · 3 races

5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the inaugural RRRC Candy Cane 5K, happening on Sunday, December 10, 2023, in the picturesque Bryan Park in Richmond, Virginia! This exciting event is not just a race; it's a celebration of community spirit and giving back. The day kicks off with a fun-filled 1/2 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 AM, followed by the main event, the Candy Cane 5K, starting at 9:00 AM. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome to join in the festive fun, and for those who prefer to participate from home, a Virtual Candy Cane 5K option is available from December 8th to 11th.

What makes this event even more special is that all profits from the race will be donated to Girls on the Run Greater Richmond, supporting their mission to empower young girls through running. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in a healthy activity while contributing to a great cause. Mark your calendars for a day of joy, camaraderie, and holiday cheer at the RRRC Candy Cane 5K!

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Races

RRRC Candy Cane 5k

Incl. $2.80 Fee

This is an in-person 5K. Registration Fees: October 1st to October 31st @ 11 - RRRC members - $15 plus processing fee - Non-members - $20 plus processing fee November 1st to November 30th @ 11 - RRRC members - $20 plus processing fee - Non-members - $25 plus processing fee December 1st to December 10th @ 9 - RRRC members - $25 plus processing fee - Non-members - $30 plus processing fee

9:00 AM EST

$32.80

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RRRC Candy Cane 5k - 1/2 Mile Fun Run

This is an in-person fun run before the 5K. Participants must be 3-12 years old. Registration is free.

8:30 AM EST

Free

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Virtual RRRC Candy Cane 5k
Virtual

Incl. $2.80 Fee

This is a virtual 5K. Registrants receive the opportunity to post their 5K time to the race's results page. Registration Fees: - RRRC members - $15 plus processing fee - Non-members - $20 plus processing fee

9:00 AM EST

$32.80

Entries closed

Organiser's description

The Richmond Road Runners Club (RRRC) proudly presents the inaugural RRRC CANDY CANE 5K on Sunday, December 10, 2023. After organizing the Toy Run 5K for 37 years, the Club is excited to rebrand the race and donate race profits to a familiar partner - Girls on the Run Greater Richmond.

This year, the race will take place in Richmond's BRYAN PARK. The 1/2 MILE FUN RUN will begin at 8:30AM and the CANDY CANE 5K will begin at 9:00AM. There will also be a VIRTUAL CANDY CANE 5K option that will take place December 8th-11th.

ALL PROFITS FROM THE RACE WILL BE DONATED TO GIRLS ON THE RUN GREATER RICHMOND. See below for more information about Girls on the Run Greater Richmond.