WVU Medicine/Summersville Regional Medical Center Annual Spud Run
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $30
From the Organizer
5K run that starts in downtown Summersville, WV and runs through the streets of the rural town. The course is primarily a flat road race. It is associated with the Nicholas County Potato Festival and kicks off the biggest day of the festival. WVU Medicine/Summersville Regional Medical Center is the sponsor of the annual event.
Race t-shirts are included in the registration fee.
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
77°
Typical Low
54°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Summersville Lake, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Summersville, WV
City Elevation
1,957 ft
Nearest Airport
LWB
Greenbrier Valley Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Days to train
- Race
- WVU Medicine/Summersville Regional Medical Center Annual Spud Run
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the WVU Medicine/Summersville Regional Medical Center Annual Spud Run?
- WVU Medicine/Summersville Regional Medical Center Annual Spud Run is a running race held in Summersville, West Virginia on September 12, 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 WVU Medicine/Summersville Regional Medical Center Annual Spud Run?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Summersville, West Virginia at 422 Main Street. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the WVU Medicine/Summersville Regional Medical Center Annual Spud Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
WVU Medicine/Summersville Regional Medical Center Annual Spud Run
Sep 12, 2026