Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Race 1 - James A. Campbell Memorial 5K - Saturday, December 12, 2026 at 9AM (Dunbar, WV) Race 2 - Race into the New Year 5K - Monday, January 1, 2027 at 2PM (SAHS) Race 3 - Dachshund through the Snow 5K - Sunday, January 24, 2027 at 2PM (KSF) Race 4 - KCHA Run for the Paws 5K - Saturday, February 20, 2027 at 9AM (Nitro) Series Pricing is as follows: October 1 - October 31 = $100 ($25/race) November 1 - November 30 = $110 ($27.50/race) December 1 - December 11 = $120 ($30.00/race) December 12 (at Race #1) = $130 ($40.00/this race +$30/last three races) Participants ages 17 and under receive 30% off registration to help keep kids moving and active this winter! NEW THIS YEAR - THOSE WHO REGISTER FOR THE ENTIRE SERIES WILL EARN THE HOODIE/MEDAL. YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE ENTIRE SERIES AS A BUNDLE TO BE ELIGIBLE! YOU ARE ALSO RESPONSIBLE IN PICKING UP YOUR STUFF AT RACE #4 - NOTHING WILL BE MAILED!

The 3rd Annual James Campbell Memorial 5K is now proudly serving as Race #1 of the Kanawha Valley 5K Winter Series! The event will take place at Dunbar City Hall on December 12, 2026 (Race Starts at 9AM). James Campbell Memorial 5K - Pricing Oct 1 - Oct 31 = $25 Nov 1 - Nov 30 = $27.50 Dec 1 - Dec 11 = $30 Race Day = $40 Participants ages 17 and under receive 30% off registration to help keep kids moving and active this winter! Shirt Order Deadline is November 30th at midnight! This special event honors the life and legacy of James Campbell, recipient of the 2023 APTiming Inspiration Award and a dedicated volunteer at local races. Whether you run, walk, or cheer others on, you’ll help carry forward his love of community and commitment to supporting others. All proceeds benefit the James Campbell Memorial Scholarship Fund, helping West Virginia high school seniors with a passion for chemistry pursue their academic dreams. Participating in the full Winter Series? Series participants receive a hoodie! Individual James Campbell Memorial 5K shirts will still be available for purchase separately. Can’t join us in Dunbar? Select the "Shirt Only" option and honor James’s memory from wherever you are. Register today to help us kick off the Winter Series and celebrate a life that continues to inspire our running community!