Viking 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon at Appomattox River, Colonial Heights, VA (09) 50
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Colonial Heights, Virginia
- Price $33.80 - $70.90
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Viking 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon on Saturday, February 28, 2026! Taking place in the stunning surroundings of Colonial Heights, Virginia, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience for runners of all levels. The races kick off at 8:00 AM, with participants having the opportunity to choose from three exciting distances: the scenic 5K, the challenging 10K, or the impressive Half Marathon.
The 5K and 10K courses are designed as an out-and-back route, with the 5K covering 3.1 miles and the 10K doubling that distance. For those ready to tackle the Half Marathon, you'll be running 13.1 miles along a beautiful out-and-back course. Make sure to arrive early, as packet pickup will start 30 minutes before the race and close 10 minutes prior to the start. With limited parking available at the Appomattox River Greenway Roslyn Landing, it's best to plan ahead for a smooth race day experience. Join fellow runners for a day filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit!
The 5K and 10K courses are designed as an out-and-back route, with the 5K covering 3.1 miles and the 10K doubling that distance. For those ready to tackle the Half Marathon, you'll be running 13.1 miles along a beautiful out-and-back course. Make sure to arrive early, as packet pickup will start 30 minutes before the race and close 10 minutes prior to the start. With limited parking available at the Appomattox River Greenway Roslyn Landing, it's best to plan ahead for a smooth race day experience. Join fellow runners for a day filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
RACE INFORMATION
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Park at the Appomattox River Greenway Roslyn Landing.
Limited Parking.
5K & 10K COURSE (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5964793165
This course is an out-and-back. (3.11M)
5K does the course one time.
10K does the course two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5921762272
This course is an out-and-back. (3.275M)
Half Marathon does the course four times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Park at the Appomattox River Greenway Roslyn Landing.
Limited Parking.
5K & 10K COURSE (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5964793165
This course is an out-and-back. (3.11M)
5K does the course one time.
10K does the course two times.
HALF MARATHON COURSE (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5921762272
This course is an out-and-back. (3.275M)
Half Marathon does the course four times.
COURSE TIME LIMIT
3 hours and 30 minutes.
FINISHER MEDALS
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
SHIRT AND GEAR SHOP
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
BEST COSTUME
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
SERIES POINTS
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
AWARDS
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US ROAD RUNNING
https://usroadrunning.com [https://usroadrunning.com/]
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