Races

Join us for our 47th year racing the rails in lovely Ashland, Virginia. All proceeds benefit the Hanover Arts & Activities Center. For this year’s event, we are partnered with Arsenal Events and will have in person and virtual options. Come race the rail at one of Central Virginia’s longest established road races. This 10K RAILS to TRAILS race is a favorite spring ritual for runners near and far. Start and finish "on the tracks" in our picturesque railroad town, known as the "Center of the Universe"!  Events include a 10k, 5K Walk/Run, Kids Fun Run, and the COTU Challenge (race both the 5K and 10K!).  Stay after the race and enjoy all that Ashland has to offer. Packet pickup in person at Hanover Arts & Activities Center, March 20th from 5-7pm and March 21st beginning at 7am. PRIZESLucky Road Run Shop is Providing Gift Certificates! Top Overall Finishers 10k:- 1st Place: 2 x $50 gift certificates- 2nd Place: 2 x $40 gift certificates- 3rd Place: 2 x $30 gift cert

Join us for the 6th annual Hanover Airpark 5K!  The race will start with a pop at 9:30AM - with staggered start times for runners, walkers, kids and strollers. Friends, family and coworkers can cheer on the racers from our "Fan Zone". Top finishers will be adorned with applause and awards. All racers receive t-shirts, awesome swag bags, post-race snacks and a chance for extra prizes at the finish line.   Start/Finish at our Hanover Chamber of Commerce office: 11211 Air Park Rd, Suite 2, Ashland Check in opens at 8:30am - Race begins at 9:30am  Please register here: 2026 Hanover Airpark 5K

Beethoven’s 5th – 5KSaturday, April 11, 2026 @ 10:00am To benefit the Ashland Symphony Orchestra  Can you beat Beethoven’s 5th Symphony?  Location: Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1360 Smith Rd, Ashland OH 44805 Registration: $25 Early, Early Bird January 1 - 31 $30 Early Bird February 1 - 28 $35 March 1 Register by March 20th and receive a free T-shirt and participation medal. Save on registration fees! Make a donation of $25 and save $2.50, $50 and save $5, $100 and save $10. Online registration closes April 8. Race Day registration starts at 9:00 a.m.   Course: 5K (3.1 miles) starting and finishing at 1360 Smith Rd   Schedule: 9:00 a.m.       Registration     Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church10:00 a.m.     5K start     Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church Age groups: 14 & under    15-19    20-29    30-39    40-49    50-59    60 & over    Contact: ASO Office 419-289-5115 or email symphony@ashland.edu Links: Website Facebook Page Facebook Event Race Map

Join us for the Linclusion 5K, where every step makes a difference! Lace up your running shoes and support Linclusion as we race towards a more diverse and equitable future for our children. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, come together with the community to raise funds and awareness for a cause that truly matters. Together, we stride towards creating a world where every kid is included, one kilometer at a time. Be a part of the change! In addition to the 5k we're excited to introduce a special Kids' Race for all abilities. Watch your little ones dash with joy and embrace the spirit of inclusion. This event is designed to celebrate every child, showcasing that abilities are diverse and every step counts. Join us for a Lace up, run, and make lasting memories with the Linclusion family!

Join us for a beautiful Spring in-person 5k. Timed with a marked course and results, this is a race to kick off your season that you won't want to miss! Event Day Timeline: 9:00 am - Registration and Packet Pick Up Opens10:00 am - Race starts!Awards and results to follow.  Awards Categories: Awards will go to the 1st Place Male and Female and the Top 1 in each category14 & Under, 15 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 -39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 & Over Course Map: Click Here

Join the SOU Pre-Healthcare Society in their annual Neon Run to help fight cancer! All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society's mission to end cancer for everyone, everywhere.

Run with the Stars 5K Fundraiser! Date: May 30th, 2026Time: 8:30 AMLocation: Ashland County FairgroundsPrice: $30 (non-refundable)   Join us for our Run with the Stars 5K, proudly sponsored by the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office! This is a family friendly event with the option to run or walk. Come on out and bring your dog, kids, and grandkids. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering, your participation helps support survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse through the Safe Haven of Ashland.   Why Join?✔️ Make a Difference – Every dollar raised helps provide vital services to survivors in our community. ✔️ Prizes – Awards for the top 3 male and female finishers.✔️ Free T-Shirts – Available to the first 100 registrants.   Let’s come together for a great cause and make this year’s event the best yet! Sign up today and help us make an impact. All proceeds benefit the Rape Crisis Domestic Violence Safe Haven of Ashland. No refunds will be given.   www.safehavenofashland.org

Join us at Willow-Witt Ranch for The Crest’s 7th Annual Turtle Trot—a true trail race with heart (and breakfast)! Choose the 5K or 10K on rolling single-track through meadows, wetlands, oak woodlands, and native conifer forest, or bring the whole family for a joyful Fun Run for all ages.  Starting at 4,500’ and climbing to nearly 5,000’, the courses feature elevation, varied terrain, and sweeping views of Mount Shasta, Pilot Rock, and Mt. Ashland. The 10K doubles the challenge with a second lap run in reverse, ensuring you experience the views from every angle. After the finish, stay for what many say is the best part: a communal, made-from-scratch post-race breakfast shared around long tables, followed by a hands-on Western Pond Turtle learning session. Run hard, eat well, linger and learn. All proceeds support The CREST in our mission to connect people and nature.

Annual Spartan Charge 5k and Fun Run to benefit the North Schuylkill Jr High and Varsity Cross country team.   T-shirt deadline is Thursday, July 10th.  If you are not signed up by July 10th, you are not guaranteed a shirt.

Annual Spartan Charge 5k and Fun Run to benefit the North Schuylkill Jr High and Varsity Cross country team.   T-shirt deadline is Thursday, July 10th.  If you are not signed up by July 10th, you are not guaranteed a shirt.

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!