I thought this was a good idea 5K is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Front Royal, VA, with an entry fee of $50.
From the Organizer
Break out your wind breakers, sweat bands, good vibes and join us for our 1st Annual “I thought this was a good idea” 5K to support
Hope & Rest Temporary Shelter.
We want to bring some laughter and joy and, in some cases, sweat and tears ....
This 5K will have encouraging messages along the way, there will be some up hills
and some down hills, you will get to see the beautiful river and enjoy some beautiful scenery.
Goodie bags to those who register, 50 Cent beer tickets for those 21 and up, and trophies for everyone.... just kidding just the top peeps.
Shirts/tanks included in registration.
Race will begin at Skyline High School parking lot, we will run through the dog park, up Kerfoot Ave, down Salem, across Luray, up West Criser and back to Skyline where we started.
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
74°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Front Royal, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
15,152
as of 2023
City Elevation
575 ft
Nearest Airport
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 39 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.
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at I thought this was a good idea 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Front Royal than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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I thought this was a good idea 5K
Sep 26, 2026