4th Annual JMU PASS Charity 5K
- Date
- September 12 – October 10, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $20–$30
From the Organizer
The JMU Physician Assistant Student Society (PASS) is bringing back a meaningful 5K on campus at James Madison University with its 4th Annual Charity 5K to benefit Open Doors and the Blue Ridge Free Clinic. Open Doors provides year-round overnight shelter for adults experiencing homelessness as well as daytime drop-in services for the public at the Navigation Center. Blue Ridge Free Clinic provides critical healthcare services to hundreds of members of the Harrisonburg community who would otherwise have nowhere else to turn for assistance. Harrisonburg community members and JMU students, faculty + staff are all invited to a unifying event open to all skill levels of walkers and runners.
CHECK-IN: 8-9 AM RACE START: 9:15 AM
The start/finish line is located directly behind the Festival Conference and Student Center.
The 5K features a scenic route through East Campus. Parking is available for those without a JMU parking permit.
PRIZES AWARDED TO MULTIPLE AGE GROUPS & FIRST PLACE FINISHERS!
POST-RACE SNACKS & REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
79°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dale Enterprise, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Harrisonburg, VA
Population
51,492
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,382 ft
Nearest Airport
SHD
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 83 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.
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Days to train
- Race
- 4th Annual JMU PASS Charity 5K
- Date
- September 12 – October 10, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 4th Annual JMU PASS Charity 5K?
- 4th Annual JMU PASS Charity 5K is a running race held in Harrisonburg, Virginia on September 12, 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 4th Annual JMU PASS Charity 5K?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Harrisonburg, Virginia at James Madison University - East Campus. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 4th Annual JMU PASS Charity 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
4th Annual JMU PASS Charity 5K
Sep 12, 2026