
MCVA 2.50K Family Fun Run/Walk is a running race on August 15, 2026 in Christiansburg, VA.
From the Organizer
Montgomery County, Va., is one of two localities in the Commonwealth of Virginia also celebrating 250 years in 2026. Join us for the MCVA 2.50K Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 9 a.m.
Start/Finish: Christiansburg Rec Center
The 2.50K is a loop from the Christiansburg Rec Center along the Huckleberry Trail with a turnaround along the trail at the halfway point.
The first 250 registered are guaranteed a finisher's commemorative Montgomery County, VA 250 shirt.
Participants are encouraged to dress in honor of both Montgomery County's and America’s once-in-a-generation 250th anniversary celebration by showing off your patriotic pride with creative looks inspired by American history, heritage, and the spirit of the nation.
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
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Christiansburg, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
22,820
as of 2023
City Elevation
2,111 ft
Nearest Airport
ROA
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 77 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.
Race Location
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MCVA 2.50K Family Fun Run/Walk
Aug 15, 2026