2027 Running the Richmond 8k - Charity Entries is a running race on November 16, 2026 – November 13, 2027 in Richmond, VA.
Want to participate in the Capital One Richmond 8k while supporting one of Sports Backers' programs? Sign up for a charity bib! Fundraisers agree to fundraise $300 for the Capital One Richmond 8k and receive a free registration into the race.
Sports Backers Youth Programs, Fitness Warriors, and Bike Walk RVA are the official charities of the Capital One Richmond 8k, each of the three charities has 50 entries. These programs are key aspects of our mission to bring active living to every corner of the Richmond Region. Once you select a charity, you will receive an email containing a fundraising toolkit with social media graphics, suggested captions, and impact reports which will help you promote your fundraiser and reach your goal!
This is a two-step process, within 48 hours of creating your fundraiser you will receive an email from RunSignUp with a link to accept your entry into the race, you must complete that step as well. Failure to accept your entry in a timely fashion may result in the loss of your entry.
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day 1
Monday, 11/16
High
56°
Low
31°
Sunny
Race Day 2
Tuesday, 11/17
High
59°
Low
30°
Sunny
Race Day 3
Wednesday, 11/18
High
63°
Low
31°
Sunny
Race Day 4
Thursday, 11/19
High
65°
Low
33°
Sunny
Race Day 5
Friday, 11/20
High
66°
Low
36°
Mostly sunny
Population
227,595
as of 2023
City Elevation
60 ft
Nearest Airport
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2027 Running the Richmond 8k - Charity Entries, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
2
Days to train
Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.


2027 Running the Richmond 8k - Charity Entries
Nov 16, 2026