RRRC Sweetheart 8K
- Date Fri 13th February 2026 - Mon 16th February 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Midlothian, Virginia
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate love and fitness at the RRRC Sweetheart 8K, taking place in the charming community of Midlothian, Chesterfield from February 13 to February 16, 2026! This exciting annual event offers two fantastic options for participants: a thrilling in-person race on Sunday, February 15, featuring a scenic 8K (5 mile) course, and a flexible virtual option that allows you to run or walk at your own pace and place from February 14 to February 17.
This year's Sweetheart 8K is particularly special as it has been designated the RRCA National Championship for Other Distance, making it a must-attend event for running enthusiasts. The race will wind through beautiful locations including The Grove, Walton Park, and the historic Midlothian Coal Mine Park, starting and finishing at the Urban Farmhouse in The Millworks. Don't miss out on the chance to earn Grand Prix points, participate in a fun Team Costume Contest, and enjoy a raffle for all registered participants! Be sure to register by February 1 to guarantee your Sweetheart 8K shirt and buffs, and mark your calendars for packet pick-up on February 14 at Lucky Road Running Store Willow Lawn. Join
This year's Sweetheart 8K is particularly special as it has been designated the RRCA National Championship for Other Distance, making it a must-attend event for running enthusiasts. The race will wind through beautiful locations including The Grove, Walton Park, and the historic Midlothian Coal Mine Park, starting and finishing at the Urban Farmhouse in The Millworks. Don't miss out on the chance to earn Grand Prix points, participate in a fun Team Costume Contest, and enjoy a raffle for all registered participants! Be sure to register by February 1 to guarantee your Sweetheart 8K shirt and buffs, and mark your calendars for packet pick-up on February 14 at Lucky Road Running Store Willow Lawn. Join
Organiser's Description
The RRRC Sweetheart 8K is an annual Richmond Road Runners Club event that for 2026 offers two options for Valentines Day running or walking.
NEW FOR 2026:
We are excited to announce that this years Sweetheart 8K has been selected as the RRCA National Championship for Other Distance.
The Sweetheart 8K will be an in-person race on Sunday, February 15, featuring a scenic 8K (5 mile) course through The Grove and Walton Park communities, historic Midlothian Coal Mine Park, and the surrounding roads and trails. The race starts and finishes at the Urban Farmhouse in The Millworks in Midlothian.
The Virtual Sweetheart 8K will allow you to run when, where, and with whom you please from Friday, Feb. 14 to Monday, Feb. 17. You may post your results between Friday, Feb. 13 and Monday, Feb. 16.
Both events are RRRC Grand Prix (GP) events for 2026. RRRC GP participants receive a race point for posting a time for either event. RRRC GP participants in the in-person race will receive place points based on overall and/or age-group finish times.
This year will also include a raffle for all registered participants and a Team Costume Contest, so bring your best Valentines Day spirit!
IMPORTANT DEADLINES:
There is a hard deadline of February 1st to guarantee Sweetheart 8K shirts and buffs for 2026. Please register before this date if you want race swag included.
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packet pick-up will take place at Lucky Road Running Store Willow Lawn on Saturday February 14th. More details will be emailed to participants as race weekend approaches.
NOTE: Details provided below about packet pick-up and race day activities are tentative and subject to change. Registered participants will receive updated information a few days before the race.
NEW FOR 2026:
We are excited to announce that this years Sweetheart 8K has been selected as the RRCA National Championship for Other Distance.
The Sweetheart 8K will be an in-person race on Sunday, February 15, featuring a scenic 8K (5 mile) course through The Grove and Walton Park communities, historic Midlothian Coal Mine Park, and the surrounding roads and trails. The race starts and finishes at the Urban Farmhouse in The Millworks in Midlothian.
The Virtual Sweetheart 8K will allow you to run when, where, and with whom you please from Friday, Feb. 14 to Monday, Feb. 17. You may post your results between Friday, Feb. 13 and Monday, Feb. 16.
Both events are RRRC Grand Prix (GP) events for 2026. RRRC GP participants receive a race point for posting a time for either event. RRRC GP participants in the in-person race will receive place points based on overall and/or age-group finish times.
This year will also include a raffle for all registered participants and a Team Costume Contest, so bring your best Valentines Day spirit!
IMPORTANT DEADLINES:
There is a hard deadline of February 1st to guarantee Sweetheart 8K shirts and buffs for 2026. Please register before this date if you want race swag included.
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packet pick-up will take place at Lucky Road Running Store Willow Lawn on Saturday February 14th. More details will be emailed to participants as race weekend approaches.
NOTE: Details provided below about packet pick-up and race day activities are tentative and subject to change. Registered participants will receive updated information a few days before the race.
Races
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RRRC Sweetheart 8K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Shirt or Buff
Sun 15th February 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$32.80
Runners must be five (5) years of age or older to participate in this race. Runners who are 5-9 years of age must be accompanied for the entire race by a parent or guardian, who is registered for and running the race. -
Virtual Sweetheart 8K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Shirt or Buff
$32.80
This is a virtual race that you can run anywhere on Friday, February 13, 2026 through Monday, February 16, 2026.
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