
From the Organizer
AUSA Southern Virginia Chapter – 3rd Annual 5K & 10K
Join us for the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Southern Virginia Chapter’s 3rd Annual 5K & 10K on September 28th!
Your registration includes:
Official race timing
Finisher’s medal
Event SWAG item
Finish‑line beer to celebrate your accomplishment
We’re offering both a 5K and 10K on the beautiful Virginia Capital Trail in Charles City. Choose your distance—all paces are welcome.
Event Schedule
7:00 AM – Packet Pickup Opens 8:00 AM – Races Start
To keep the Capital Trail safe and comfortable for all users, runners will be released in small groups of 1–3. Your chip time begins when you cross the starting mat and ends when you cross the finish mat—so your race is truly your race.
Celebrate your finish with your medal and a well‑earned post‑race refreshment.
Run With Purpose
The Southern Virginia Chapter of AUSA works to educate, inform, and connect Soldiers, Families, and the entire Fort Lee community—including National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve partners.
Every registration supports the 2nd Annual Charles City High School JROTC Scholarship Fund, helping develop the next generation of leaders.
Sponsorship Opportunities
If your organization would like to support this event, please contact: James Vardy – jrv081270@gmail.com
Sponsorship Cost: $250 Includes:
Community Partnership ($175 value)
Logo on event SWAG item
Logo must be submitted by Sept 1
Social media promotion
5K/10K course signage
One complimentary race registration
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
79°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hopewell, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
70 ft
Nearest Airport
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
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Association of the United States Army Southern Virginia 5K
Sep 27, 2026