Ashland Harvest Run/Walk 10K/5K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 1112 Maple Street, Ashland, VA
- Distance
- Ashland Harvest Run/Walk 10K · Ashland Harvest 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Join the Excitement at Our 23rd Annual Ashland Harvest Run/Walk!
Join us on October 17, 2026, for the 10K starting at 8:00 AM and the 5K starting at 8:10 AM.
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and experience the thrill of running or walking through the charming streets and scenic trails of Ashland, Virginia, on a beautiful fall day!
Hosted by the GFWC Ashcake Woman’s Club, this year's event promises fun, community spirit, and a chance to make a difference. All proceeds will benefit Moments of Hope Outreach, the Girls on the Run, and other local charities.
Run or Walk in the "Center of the Universe"! Start and finish at the picturesque Ashland Carter Park. Enjoy the camaraderie of fellow participants as you take in the stunning fall scenery.
Certified Courses Both the 10K (VA21018RT) and 5K (VA21016RT) courses are US Track & Field Certified, ensuring a top-notch experience for all participants.
Team Up for More Fun! Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and form a team! Once three members have registered, team pricing kicks in at just $34.00 per person. The more, the merrier!
Professional Timing by Commonwealth Timing Both the 5K and 10K events will be chip-timed, ensuring accurate results for all participants.
Packet Pickup and Registration Packets can be picked up at TBD on October 16, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, or at Carter Park on race day (October 17, 2026) from 6:45 AM to 7:30 AM. Registrations will be accepted at both packet pick-up locations. All registration will be onsite during packet pickup or race day after October 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Participant Perks Participants will receive a finisher's medal, a race t-shirt (if registered by September 30, 2026), and automatic entry for prizes on race day.
Top Finishers 10K and 5K participants will receive money and medals.
Don't miss out on this fantastic event that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy.
Register now and be part of something special!
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
69°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ashland, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ashland, VA
Population
7,667
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 18 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 Ashland Harvest Run/Walk 10K/5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Ashland Harvest Run/Walk 10K/5K
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 1112 Maple Street, Ashland, VA
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ashland Harvest Run/Walk 10K/5K?
- Ashland Harvest Run/Walk 10K/5K is a running race held in Ashland, Virginia on October 17, 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 Ashland Harvest Run/Walk 10K/5K?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Ashland, Virginia at 1112 Maple Street, Ashland, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ashland Harvest Run/Walk 10K/5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ashland Harvest Run/Walk 10K/5K
Oct 17, 2026