Ashland, VA | Saturday, August 29, 2026Registration Open
All aboard for summer's hottest half marathon & 5k! If you’ve never been to Ashland, Virginia look no further than the Ashland Half Marathon & 5k to find yourself soaking in every ounce of the colorful town! Dubbed "The Center of the Universe", this quaint community has historic homes, a bustling downtown, and delicious restaurants and breweries. Each course promises an escape to small-town Virginia and the chance to run alongside a passing train. All aboard because this is one race you can’t miss!
Available Distances
Awards & Prizes
Participant Giveaway
13.1 Miles: Technical Shirt (Unisex Tee or Ladies Tank)
5K: Would you like to purchase a race shirt as an add-on?
Registration & Pricing
Distance
Price
Opens
Closes
13.1 Miles
$65.00
Mar 2
Jun 1
$70.00
Jun 1
Jul 16
$75.00
Jul 16
Aug 25
$80.00
Aug 25
Aug 29
5K
$30.00
Mar 2
Jun 1
$35.00
Jun 1
Aug 25
$40.00
Aug 25
Past Results
5K
Year
Finishers
Median Time
Fastest Time
2025
289
35:32
17:25
2024
289
33:36
15:20
2023
256
34:04
16:30
Half Marathon
Year
Finishers
Median Time
Fastest Time
2025
1,004
2:09:06
1:10:23
2024
829
2:06:43
1:07:48
2023
Interested in this race?
Aug 29
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