Pave The Way 5K is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Abingdon, VA, with entry fees from $15 to $30.
From the Organizer
Join us for the Pave the Way 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk on the creeper trail in the beautiful Alvarado area of Abingdon, Virginia! This helps send our youth to the 2027 ARISE Youth Conference held in Pigeon Forge, TN.
Whether you’re an experienced runner chasing a new personal best, a first-time 5K participant, or a family simply looking for a fun way to spend a fall morning together, there’s a place for you at the starting line.
Inspired by Hebrews 12:1 — “…let us run with patience the race that is set before us,” Pave the Way is about so much more than crossing a finish line. Every registration, every sponsor, and every step taken helps support Alvarado Bible Church Youth as we continue paving the way for the future of the next generation..
Participants can choose between our 5K or a family-friendly 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk. Runners and walkers of all experience levels are welcome!
🍂 Your registration includes:
1k & 5k: Pave the Way race shirt*
5K: Race bib
5K: Finisher medal
1K & 5K: Post-race refreshments
All are welcome to our fall festival following the race.
After you cross the finish line, stick around and celebrate with us! We’re planning a fun fall atmosphere filled with fellowship, food, seasonal treats, activities, music, and plenty of opportunities to make memories with your family and our community.
Most importantly, we want this day to remind us that we were never meant to run this race alone.
RUN. WALK. BUILD. TOGETHER.
Come run with purpose, bring your family, invite your friends, and help us Pave the Way for our Youth.
Hosted by Alvarado Bible Church
📍 Abingdon, Virginia
Register by the designated shirt deadline to guarantee your race shirt and requested size.
“…let us run with patience the race that is set before us.” — Hebrews 12:1
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
61°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Abingdon 3s, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
2,091 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 117 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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