
From the Organizer
Cost: Online pre-registration is $20 until November 5. Online registration is $30 between November 6th and November 22nd. Race-day registration is $45 and takes place from 7:15 to 8:15 at the Booker Building.
T-Shirts: Individuals who want to be guaranteed a t-shirt need to register by November 12th to allow for AOT staff to place the t-shirt order. Individuals who want a t-shirt after that time may pick up one at the race if supplies allow. Additional shirts will be $10.
Course: The course will take you around English Park and then to the back part of the park, all adjacent to the Staunton River. This is a flat + fast 5k. It’s a beautiful way to start your Thanksgiving!
Early Packet Pickup: November 25th and 26th at Altavista YMCA (get directions) --> Note: Timeframes for early packet pickups will be from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. on both days.
Race Day Registration: 7:15 am-8:15 AM at Booker Building.
Awards: Join us in the Booker Building after the race for the following awards!
Proceeds from this event will be reinvested into the downtown district and benefit AOT's downtown economic revitalization efforts.
Events
Weather
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
54°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lynchburg Rgnl Ap, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
3,356
as of 2023
Elevation
706 ft
Nearest Airport
LYH
Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field · 15 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 79 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Altavista On Track Giblet Jog 5K
Nov 26, 2026