River City 5 Miler/5k
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Distance
- River City 5 Miler · River City 5k Run/Walk
From the Organizer
This race is a fundraiser for Huntington High Cross-Country and also to serve a purpose bigger than ourselves a portion of our proceeds will go toward the Facing Hunger Foodbank.
The course starts at Harris RiverFront Park and then runs downtown and loops through Marshall’s campus and then returns to the park.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
88°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pea Ridge Psd, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Huntington, WV
Elevation
554 ft
Nearest Airport
HTS
Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson Field · 12 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 113 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- River City 5 Miler/5k
- Date
- August 1, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the River City 5 Miler/5k?
- River City 5 Miler/5k is a running race held in Huntington, West Virginia on August 1, 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 River City 5 Miler/5k?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Huntington, West Virginia at 1000 Veteran’s Memorial Blvd, Huntington, WV. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the River City 5 Miler/5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
River City 5 Miler/5k
Aug 1, 2026