Run High Bridge 5k
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Rice, Virginia
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the annual Run High Bridge 5k, taking place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Rice, Prince Edward. This exciting event kicks off at the Camp Paradise entrance of the High Bridge Trail State Park, offering participants a scenic out-and-back run across the iconic High Bridge. Not only is this race a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy the great outdoors, but it also supports a noble cause, with proceeds benefiting scholarships for Cumberland County School graduates and grants for local teachers.
Registration for the Run High Bridge 5k is affordable and convenient, starting at just $25 until February 19th, with options to register on race day as well. Families and friends can take advantage of special pricing when registering four or more participants together. With awards for the top finishers in various age categories and a guaranteed event t-shirt for those who register by February 23rd, this is an event you won't want to miss. Lace up your running shoes and join the community for a day of fun, fitness, and fellowship while supporting education in Cumberland County!
Registration for the Run High Bridge 5k is affordable and convenient, starting at just $25 until February 19th, with options to register on race day as well. Families and friends can take advantage of special pricing when registering four or more participants together. With awards for the top finishers in various age categories and a guaranteed event t-shirt for those who register by February 23rd, this is an event you won't want to miss. Lace up your running shoes and join the community for a day of fun, fitness, and fellowship while supporting education in Cumberland County!
Organiser's Description
The Cumberland Education Foundation is proud to present to our community the annual Run High Bridge 5k. The event will start at the Camp Paradise entrance of the High Bridge Trail State Park and offers an out and back run across the legendary High Bridge. Proceeds will go to Scholarships for Cumberland County School graduates and grants to teachers.
REGISTRATION:
$25 THROUGH February 19th
$30 (February 20th - March 12th)
$35 Packet Pickup (Mar. 13th) & Race Day (Mar. 14th)
FAMILY & FRIENDS SPECIAL PRICING: (THROUGH MAR. 1ST)
Register 4 or more of your family or friends together and save $2.00 per entry.
This special discount is only available at the time of registration and cannot be combined with past registrations to qualify.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
Registration remains open on race day. Participants should register prior to arriving at our starting line at Camp Paradise Road/Aspen Hill Road (Rt. 601), Rice, VA 23966
Please note that there is no paper registration for this event.
EVENT T-SHIRT:
Participants registered through Feb. 23rd are guaranteed a t-shirt. Extras will be available on a "first-come" basis at packet pickup. If a t-shirt is important to you. Please register before our "Guaranteed Deadline" of Feb. 23rd.
PACKET PICKUP:
Friday, March 7th from 3:00 6:45pm at the Southside Virginia Family YMCA, 580 Commerce Road, Farmville, VA 23901
Saturday, March 8th (RACE DAY) from 8:00am - 8:30am, High Bridge Station (new name, same location as past years) 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966
START/FINISH LOCATION/PARKING:
Aspen Hill Road (Rt. 601), Rice, VA 23966.
$5.00 PARKING AT RACE SITE
STROLLERS & PETS:
Strollers are allowed. Those walking with a stroller are asked to start behind our walkers. Those running with a stroller are required use a stroller designed for running (i.e. tether, hand brake, appropriate tires).
Pets are not allowed to participate.
AWARDS/TIMING:
Top three overall male and female finishers, top Masters (40+ yrs of age) male & female, plus the top 3 male & female finishers in the following categories: 12 & under, 13 19, 20 29, 30 39, 40 49, 50 - 59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+. Timing and scoring of the Run High Bridge 5k will be provided by Riverside Runners.
PLEASE NOTE: The High Bridge State Park is still open to the public.
REGISTRATION:
$25 THROUGH February 19th
$30 (February 20th - March 12th)
$35 Packet Pickup (Mar. 13th) & Race Day (Mar. 14th)
FAMILY & FRIENDS SPECIAL PRICING: (THROUGH MAR. 1ST)
Register 4 or more of your family or friends together and save $2.00 per entry.
This special discount is only available at the time of registration and cannot be combined with past registrations to qualify.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
Registration remains open on race day. Participants should register prior to arriving at our starting line at Camp Paradise Road/Aspen Hill Road (Rt. 601), Rice, VA 23966
Please note that there is no paper registration for this event.
EVENT T-SHIRT:
Participants registered through Feb. 23rd are guaranteed a t-shirt. Extras will be available on a "first-come" basis at packet pickup. If a t-shirt is important to you. Please register before our "Guaranteed Deadline" of Feb. 23rd.
PACKET PICKUP:
Friday, March 7th from 3:00 6:45pm at the Southside Virginia Family YMCA, 580 Commerce Road, Farmville, VA 23901
Saturday, March 8th (RACE DAY) from 8:00am - 8:30am, High Bridge Station (new name, same location as past years) 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966
START/FINISH LOCATION/PARKING:
Aspen Hill Road (Rt. 601), Rice, VA 23966.
$5.00 PARKING AT RACE SITE
STROLLERS & PETS:
Strollers are allowed. Those walking with a stroller are asked to start behind our walkers. Those running with a stroller are required use a stroller designed for running (i.e. tether, hand brake, appropriate tires).
Pets are not allowed to participate.
AWARDS/TIMING:
Top three overall male and female finishers, top Masters (40+ yrs of age) male & female, plus the top 3 male & female finishers in the following categories: 12 & under, 13 19, 20 29, 30 39, 40 49, 50 - 59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+. Timing and scoring of the Run High Bridge 5k will be provided by Riverside Runners.
PLEASE NOTE: The High Bridge State Park is still open to the public.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt (Guaranteed to Those Registered Before 2/23/2026
Sat 14th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
The Cumberland Education Foundation is proud to present the Run High Bridge 5k. The event will include a run across the legendary High Bridge which is a part of the High Bridge Trail State Park. Proceeds will go to scholarships for graduates and grants to teachers of the Cumberland County High School.
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