
From the Organizer
The Good Medicine 5K & Fun Walk is more than a race, it’s a celebration of what happens when a community shows up for one another.
In its first year, nearly 250 participants came together to raise $20,000 in support of patients at the Free Clinic of Powhatan. Because of that support, our neighbors have greater access to healthcare, nutritious food, and essential services that help them live healthier, more stable lives.
Now, we’re building on that momentum.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner chasing a PR or looking for a meaningful way to spend a Saturday morning with family and friends, the Good Medicine 5K & Fun Walk offers something for everyone. Choose the timed 5K or enjoy a relaxed one-mile walk. Every step makes a difference.
This year’s event will once again feature our Fresh Start Fair, bringing together local vendors, community resources, and fun extras (with even more to explore in 2026, including expanded vendor offerings and crowd favorites like acai trucks!).
When you register, you’re doing more than signing up for a race, you’re helping ensure that individuals in our community don’t have to go without the care and support they need.
Join us. Bring a friend. Be part of something bigger.
Race Options:
Why It Matters:
Proceeds support the Free Clinic of Powhatan’s comprehensive services, including medical care, dental services, behavioral health support, and access to nutritious food through patient-centered programs.
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
76°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
22%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Crozier, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
379 ft
Nearest Airport
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 33 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Good Medicine 5K & Fun Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
110
Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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)
Good Medicine 5K & Fun Walk
Sep 26, 2026