
Special Olympics Pepsi 10k run / 2 mile walk is a running race on September 18–23, 2026 in Charlottesville, VA, with an entry fee of $25.
When?
Saturday, September 19, 2026
What time?
In-person races start at 8 am
Where?
Ivy Elementary School (formerly Meriwether Lewis Elementary)
Why run/walk?
The money raised from this run will go directly to Local Area 3 Special Olympics. There are no paid positions at the local level, and all the coaches and staff are volunteers. All funds are used to cover the costs of equipment, uniforms, travel to competitions, and educational materials related to Special Olympics.
Questions?
Please visit the official homepage or contact the race director using the "Race Contact Information" button below.
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day 1
Friday, 9/18
High
88°
Low
63°
Scattered showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 2
Saturday, 9/19
High
78°
Low
66°
Scattered rain showers
Race Day 3
Sunday, 9/20
High
85°
Low
68°
Mostly sunny then chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 4
Monday, 9/21
High
79°
Low
63°
Chance showers and thunderstorms
Race Day 5
Tuesday, 9/22
High
68°
Low
57°
Rain showers likely
Race Day 6
Wednesday, 9/23
High
62°
Low
57°
Rain showers likely
City Elevation
480 ft
Nearest Airport
CHO
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 74 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Special Olympics Pepsi 10k run / 2 mile walk
Sep 18, 2026