Almost Heaven 5K
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Trail Run/Walk · Virtual Race
From the Organizer
Join us July 11, 2026, for the return of The Almost Heaven 5K taking place at Saint Albans City Park!
All finishers will receive:
- High Quality Race Shirt (guaranteed deadline 06/30)
- An awesome finisher medal
- Refreshments post race (water, snacks)
All Packet Pickup will take place on RACE MORNING starting at 6:30AM.
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
86°
Typical Low
65°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saint Albans.
Host City
About Saint Albans, WV
Population
10,637
as of 2023
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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Almost Heaven 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
33
Days to train
- Race
- Almost Heaven 5K
- Date
- July 11, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Almost Heaven 5K?
- Almost Heaven 5K is a running race held in Saint Albans, West Virginia on July 11, 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 Almost Heaven 5K?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Saint Albans, West Virginia at Saint Albans City Park, Saint Albans, WV. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Almost Heaven 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Almost Heaven 5K
Jul 11, 2026