YL RoCo 5k & Fun Run
YL RoCo 5k & Fun Run is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Lexington, VA.
- Date
- September 12, 2026 (51 days to go)
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Come on out and join us for the Third Annual YL RoCo 5k & Fun Run on September 12th, 2026 in support of Young Life in Rockbridge County! REGISTRATION IS FREE FOR ALL RACES! We are planning to have a beautiful twilight race at the VA Horse Center Hoofbeats Barn. Whether you're an olympic hopeful, a jogger, or walk the whole time we would love to have you out with us. The route will go from the Hoofbeats Barn through the beautiful VA Horse Center woods and property. We will have food trucks on site for you to purchase food after the race.
This year we are offering a kids 1 mile Fun Run (11 & Under), a 2.5k, and a 5k.
We will have prizes for the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers of the 5k!
Signing up you will receive a free cotton t-shirt. We can not guarantee we will have your size shirt if you register after September 9th.
Help support Young Life ministry in Rockbridge County serving local middle, high school, and college aged students.
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
57°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lexington, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lexington, VA
Population
7,420
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,107 ft
Nearest Airport
LYH
Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field · 35 mi
Major Hub
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 119 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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51
Days to train
- Race
- YL RoCo 5k & Fun Run
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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YL RoCo 5k & Fun Run
Sep 12, 2026