Blacksburg Youth Track and Field League
- Date
- June 22 – July 29, 2026
- Location
- 3401 Bruin Lane, Blacksburg, VA
- Distance
- Youth Track League
From the Organizer
Youth Track League is a 6-week summer running program presented by RunAbout Sports. Join us this summer to learn about the sport of track and field! All ability levels are encouraged to join - our program is focused on participation and enjoyment.
The program consists of one practice and one track meet per week. On practice days, coaches will lead a warm up, running form drills, track & field lessons, workouts, and active games. On track meet days, we will compete in sprints, jumps, throws, relays, and distances up to one mile.
Practice days are Mondays OR Tuesdays from 6 - 7 PM at the Blacksburg High School track. You will have the opportunity to select the practice day that best fits your schedule. Meets are Wednesdays from 6 - 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg High School track.
Who Can Participate?
- Kids ages 5 - 12 of all abilities
Schedule:
- First day of practice - Monday June 22nd OR Tuesday June 23rd, 6 - 7 PM at the Blacksburg High School Track
- First meet - Wednesday June 24th, 6 - 7:30 PM at the Blacksburg High School Track
- Practices and track meets continue each week - Monday/Tuesday practice and Wednesday meet
- Final practice and meet - July 27 - 29
Fees
$100 - Includes participation for the entire summer, team shirt, coaching, facility use, and meet officiating
Family discount - when signing up 2 or more kids in the same household, receive $10 off each registration
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day 1
Monday, 6/22
High
81°
Low
62°
Rain showers likely
Race Day 2
Tuesday, 6/23
High
82°
Low
58°
Slight chance rain showers then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Host City
About Blacksburg, VA
Population
45,288
as of 2023
City Elevation
2,155 ft
Nearest Airport
ROA
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport · 25 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 82 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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5
Days to train
- Race
- Blacksburg Youth Track and Field League
- Date
- June 22 – July 29, 2026
- Location
- 3401 Bruin Lane, Blacksburg, VA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Blacksburg Youth Track and Field League?
- Blacksburg Youth Track and Field League is a running race held in Blacksburg, Virginia on June 22, 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 Blacksburg Youth Track and Field League?
- Monday, June 22, 2026 in Blacksburg, Virginia at 3401 Bruin Lane. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Blacksburg Youth Track and Field League?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Blacksburg Youth Track and Field League
Jun 22, 2026