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The Run League Presents: Ready, Set, 2027! 5K/10K

The Run League Presents: Ready, Set, 2027! 5K/10K is a running race on January 2, 2027 in Colonial Heights, VA, with entry fees from $35 to $50.

Date
January 2, 2027 (49 days to go)
Price
$35–$50
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

New Year. New Goals. New Miles. YOUR FIRST MEDAL OF 2027! 🏅

There’s no better way to kick off 2027 than at the starting line with The Run League!

Whether your New Year’s resolution is to start running, get active, complete your first 5K, tackle a new distance, or simply make more time for yourself, The Run League invites you to start the year moving with us!

All Paces. All Levels. All Goals.

Bring your friends, bring your family, or come solo and find your running community!

🏃‍♀️ Race Details

Date: Saturday, January 2, 2027

Start Time: 8:00 AM

Location: Colonial Heights, VA

Distances: 5K or 10K

Virtual Option: Available

What to Expect

Electric race-day atmosphere
 5K or 10K options
 Custom finisher medal for all participants 
 Race shirt included for eligible registrants* 
 All paces welcome
 A fun, welcoming experience for runners and walkers

Resolutions are great, but crossing that finish line? Even better.

The calendar just reset. Your medal count starts here.

Register today and start 2027 with The Run League!

Ready. Set. 2027! 🎊

Giving Back

A portion of every race registration directly supports the University Preparatory College Fund, helping students access college, career, and workforce opportunities. Additional donations made during registration also go directly to the University Preparatory College Fund, expanding educational opportunities and supporting students on their journey to higher education.

When you run with The Run League, you’re investing in both your own finish line and the future of the next generation.

The Run League is more than a race organizer—we’re building a running community that celebrates consistency, achievement, and the joy of crossing finish lines together.

Swag Alert! Register by December 13, 2026 to guarantee your official 5K/10K race shirt. After December 13th registration remains open, but registrations received after December 13th will not include a shirt. 

Virtual Participants: Complete your 5K or 10K wherever you are, anytime during the week of race day! After your run, submit your finish time/results using the link provided. Virtual participants will receive the same race medal and shirt (if registered before the shirt deadline) as in-person participants, which will be mailed after the event. Results are submitted on the honor system—no proof required!

Because resolutions are great, but crossing that finish line? Even better.

The calendar just reset. Your medal count starts here.

Register today and start 2027 with The Run League!

Ready. Set. 2027! 🎊

 

 

Events

Ready, Set, 2027! 5K$35
Ready, Set, 2027! 10K$50

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

50°

Typical Low

29°

Chance of Rain

32%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Petersburg, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:23 AMSunset 5:03 PMDaylight 9h 40m

About Colonial Heights, VA

Population

18,210

as of 2023

City Elevation

66 ft

Nearest Airport

RIC

Richmond International Airport · 17 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

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Run League Presents: Ready, Set, 2027! 5K/10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

49

Days to train

Race
The Run League Presents: Ready, Set, 2027! 5K/10K
Date
January 2, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Run League Presents: Ready, Set, 2027! 5K/10K?
The Run League Presents: Ready, Set, 2027! 5K/10K is a running race held in Colonial Heights, Virginia on January 2, 2027. 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 Run League Presents: Ready, Set, 2027! 5K/10K?
Saturday, January 2, 2027 in Colonial Heights, Virginia at 265 Charles Dimmock Parkway. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Run League Presents: Ready, Set, 2027! 5K/10K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The Run League Presents: Ready, Set, 2027! 5K/10K

Jan 2, 2027

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