The RVA Relays Papa Johns GLOW RUN
The RVA Relays Papa Johns GLOW RUN is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Mechanicsville, VA, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (20 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
In its 11th year, THE RVA RELAYS present by =PR= is hailed as Virginia's most exciting cross country meet. This year our event invites the community to experience all the hype by participating in the unique Glow Run race. As the sun goes down, the lights come on and the Papa Johns Glow Run course is ready for YOU! Join us on Saturday, September 19th at Pole Green Park for this fun 2.5K golden hour race featuring 20 banked spotlights, 2 lighted arches, and thousands of cheering spectators. Combined with pumped up music, the atmosphere creates a vibe like no other race. So grab your friends and glow in the dark gear and run under the lights with us!
Online registration opens on July 5 and closes on Saturday, September 19 at 6:59 PM. Walk-up registration will be held at the packet pickup tent from 4:00pm-7 pm. Cash, checks, or card are accepted. The fee is $25 per person. There is no spectator fee for Glow Run registrants.
Elementary and Middle school participants should register on the MileSplit VA event page at https://va.milesplit.com/meets/718700-the-rva-relays-2026/info
Middle & High School Coaches - See Event Page on MilesplitVA for information about Glow Run registration.
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
80°
Typical Low
58°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sandston, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mechanicsville, VA
City Elevation
167 ft
Nearest Airport
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- The RVA Relays Papa Johns GLOW RUN
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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The RVA Relays Papa Johns GLOW RUN
Sep 19, 2026