Found 24 races near Athens, WV

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JUL
25

Marion, VA
• 90.3 miles
$40 -$65
Hungry Mother State Park is a gorgeous destination with an awesome trail system. Lots of camping, lodging, and activities for the whole family.  We will have multiple options from a moderate hike...
8m 25K
54
JUL
25

Athens, WV
• 28.2 miles
$20
Join us for the John Cox Memorial 5K Run on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in the picturesque town of Athens, Mercer. This uplifting event pays tribute to the beloved John Cox, a devoted father,...
5K
34
JUL
26

Pipestem, WV
• 22.5 miles
$35 -$55
Inaugural trail race kicking off the WV State Water Festival in Pipestem, WV; 19.5, 13, 6.5 milers.
6m 13m 19m
37
JUL
26

Fayetteville, WV
• 20.8 miles
WVMTR club annual meeting with guided group runs at Fayetteville Town Park, WV.
22
AUG
7

Blacksburg, VA
• 36.7 miles
$23 -$30
Join us for the 44th annual Draper Mile: a 1-mile downhill road race held in conjunction with the Steppin’ Out Festival! The Draper Mile is the 7th race in the 2026 RunAbout Sports Race Series...
31
AUG
15

Salem, VA
• 52.0 miles
$25 -$30
The Toughest 5K in Glenvar: hilly road course in Salem, VA supporting local youth ministries.
3K 5K
25
AUG
15

Christiansburg, VA
• 38.0 miles
Montgomery County, Va., is one of two localities in the Commonwealth of Virginia also celebrating 250 years in 2026. Join us for the MCVA 2.50K Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, August 15, 2026,...
2K
24
AUG
15

Princeton, WV
• 19.6 miles
$20
Come run the PikeView Panthers’ home cross country course while supporting the team! All proceeds benefit the PikeView Cross Country Team and help cover expenses for the upcoming season. Race...
5K
16
AUG
21

Athens, WV
• 14.0 miles
The CU Glow run is open to all Students, Faculty and Staff at Concord University. It is a free event that is not open to the public!
5K
11
SEP
12

Salem, VA
• 41.3 miles
$7 -$25
Night run 5K road with fast flat course and post-race festivities
1K 5K
298
SEP
19

Floyd, VA
• 42.0 miles
$25 -$30
A family-friendly early Autumn 5K Run/Walk along the beautiful Little River in Floyd, Virginia.
5K
53
SEP
19

Blacksburg, VA
• 36.4 miles
$33 -$110
Half marathon and 5K in Blacksburg, VA with a Hokie Bird finisher medal.
5K Half Marathon
44
SEP
26

Beckley, WV
• 3.7 miles
$40 -$75
Half marathon and 5K starting and finishing at the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, WV.
5K Half Marathon
37
OCT
3

Athens, WV
• 0.4 miles
$20 -$25
The Salute to service 5k is a benefit run to the office of veteran services of Concord University. All fund go towards helping veterans at Concord and their dependents. 
5K
22
OCT
10

Clifftop, WV
• 18.0 miles
$55
Our Spring run at Babcock, the Gristmill Grinder has become such a favorite we decided that it was time to invite you to a Fall run- the Sticks and Stones 15K! This course too is already a...
15K
26
OCT
17

Fayetteville, WV
• 20.9 miles
$55 -$70
Chip-timed 5K run during West Virginia's Bridge Day, limited to 600 racers.
5K
52
OCT
17

Oceana, WV
• 20.5 miles
$30
Wyoming County Run Club presents a race through the heart of Oceana, WV — a fast, flat course with only minor rolling hills, making it a great choice for runners chasing a personal best. The...
5K
17
OCT
24

Narrows, VA
• 12.8 miles
$40 -$55
A scenic 5K and 10K along Wolf Creek through Giles County, Virginia's Mountain Playground.
5K 10K
23
OCT
31

Pipestem, WV
• 9.0 miles
$20 -$25
Welcome To The 50th Anniversary of this Classic Event!  Online registration will begin on June 1, 2026. The scenic course is located 18 miles North of Princeton, WV on Route 20. Entry Fees:  $25...
5K 10K
85
NOV
7

Hanover, WV
• 40.2 miles
$30 -$40
This is one of the best places you could ever run! Imagine running along a flat paved old railroad line. Only it’s paved with the Guyandotte River running parallel with the road. Run while...
5K 10K Half Marathon
7