VA XC Showcase Community Race
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 7:45AM EDT
- Location Mechanicsville, Virginia
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the VA XC Showcase Community Race on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in the scenic Mechanicsville, Hanover! This is not just any race; it’s touted as the fastest 5K in the nation, featuring a unique course almost entirely on short grass that expertly absorbs water, ensuring optimal running conditions. Open to everyone in the community—including unattached high school runners, coaches, parents, and alumni—this event promises to be a fantastic experience for participants of all ages.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting race! Registration will be available on race day until 7:15 AM at the packet pickup tent, with a fee of only $25 per person. Each participant will receive a bib and chip for timing. Middle school participants should register through the MileSplit VA event page, while coaches can find all necessary registration details there as well. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day filled with community spirit and athletic achievement!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exciting race! Registration will be available on race day until 7:15 AM at the packet pickup tent, with a fee of only $25 per person. Each participant will receive a bib and chip for timing. Middle school participants should register through the MileSplit VA event page, while coaches can find all necessary registration details there as well. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day filled with community spirit and athletic achievement!
Organiser's Description
This course is without a doubt, the fastest 5K in the nation almost entirely on short grass that absorbs any water amazingly.
The VA XC Showcase Community Race starts off the excitement. It is open to the community including unattached high school runners, coaches, parents, and alumni.
Walk-up registration will be held at the packet pickup tent on race day until 7:15 AM. Cash, checks, or card are accepted. The fee is $25 per person. You will receive a bib and chip for this race.
MIDDLE SCHOOL PARTICIPANTS SHOULD REGISTER ON THE MILESPLIT VA EVENT PAGE AT HTTPS://VA.MILESPLIT.COM/MEETS/735172-THE-VA-XC-SHOWCASE-2026/INFO
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL COACHES - See Event Page on MilesplitVA for information about Community Race registration.
TO VIEW THE COURSE MAP, CLICK HERE. [https://thevashowcase.com/va-xc-showcase-course-map]
The VA XC Showcase Community Race starts off the excitement. It is open to the community including unattached high school runners, coaches, parents, and alumni.
Walk-up registration will be held at the packet pickup tent on race day until 7:15 AM. Cash, checks, or card are accepted. The fee is $25 per person. You will receive a bib and chip for this race.
MIDDLE SCHOOL PARTICIPANTS SHOULD REGISTER ON THE MILESPLIT VA EVENT PAGE AT HTTPS://VA.MILESPLIT.COM/MEETS/735172-THE-VA-XC-SHOWCASE-2026/INFO
MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL COACHES - See Event Page on MilesplitVA for information about Community Race registration.
TO VIEW THE COURSE MAP, CLICK HERE. [https://thevashowcase.com/va-xc-showcase-course-map]
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VA XC Showcase Community Race
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 17th October 2026 (7:45AM EDT)
$27.50
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8996 Pole Green Park Lane, Mechanicsville, 23116, VA, United States
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