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2026 Coal River Classic XC Invitational

2026 Coal River Classic XC Invitational is a running race on September 22–23, 2026 in Saint Albans, WV.

Date
September 22–23, 2026 (2 days to go)
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Hosted by St. Albans High School

Middle School Races
Tuesday, September 22nd 
Girls 3K - 4:30pm 
Boys 3K - 5:00pm 

High School Races
Wednesday, September 23rd 
Varsity Girls 5K - 4:30pm (Max of 7 athletes per team) 
Varsity Boys 5K - 5:10pm (Max of 7 athletes per team) 
JV Girls 5K - 5:50pm  
JV Boys 5K - 6:30pm

Events

Middle School Girls
Middle School Boys
High School - Varsity Girls
High School - Varsity Boys
High School - JV Girls
High School - JV Boys

Race-Day Forecast

Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.

Race Day 1

Tuesday, 9/22

High

76°

Low

62°

Chance rain showers

67% precip · 0 to 3 mph winds

Race Day 2

Wednesday, 9/23

High

74°

Low

57°

Showers and thunderstorms likely

74% precip · 2 to 6 mph winds
Sunrise 7:15 AMSunset 7:24 PMDaylight 12h 9m

About Saint Albans, WV

Population

10,637

as of 2023

City Elevation

780 ft

Nearest Airport

CRW

Yeager Airport · 13 mi

Major Hub

CMH

John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 126 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

What Are You
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Race
2026 Coal River Classic XC Invitational
Date
September 22–23, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 2026 Coal River Classic XC Invitational?
2026 Coal River Classic XC Invitational is a running race held in Saint Albans, West Virginia on September 22, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the 2026 Coal River Classic XC Invitational?
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 in Saint Albans, West Virginia at Meadowood Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 2026 Coal River Classic XC Invitational?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

2026 Coal River Classic XC Invitational

Sep 22, 2026

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