Thanksgiving Day 5K, Kids' Fun Runs & Tot Trot

Is your child interested in middle school cross country or looking to build on their running experience? Led by Sherando High School's Head Cross Country Coach Megan Roberts, this camp is designed for young runners who can comfortably run at least one continuous mile and want to improve their endurance, technique, and confidence. Each session includes dynamic warm-ups, running drills, stretching, and a variety of workouts to help develop strength and stamina. From scenic trail runs to engaging team activities, campers will build skills, make friends, and gain a deeper love for the sport in a supportive, fun environment!

Ages: 10-13

Join us on the bike trails in Sherando Park for another extraordinary summer of trail racing. This year we will be offering a 5K, 10K and 50K. All three races will test your skill and ability but leave you wanting to do it again. This year each participant will receive a T-shirt for each race.

Each year our races benefit local charities or groups. This year the 5K will be a benefit for the Sherando Girls Soccer team. The 10K and 50K will again benefit the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center.

The 5K will start from the concession stand on the softball side of the the park (North side of 277). On Google maps you can punch it in as 167 Line Drive, Stephens City VA 22655.

The 10K and 50K race will start and end at the Sherando Park Bike Park / Outdoor Fitness Gym parking lot. On Google Maps you can punch it in as 525 Line Drive, Stephens City, VA, and it will get you there. It is a large parking area and has bathroom facilities. Check-in for the race will begin at 0700 and the race will start at 0800. There will be water and snacks at the finish and one water stop mid-way through the course.

Join us for a fun-filled day of swimming, biking and running in the 11th year of the Sherando Youth Triathlon!

This triathlon will challenge your child in their age group with a swim, bike ride in Sherando Park, and a run utilizing a portion of the Sherando High School Track. Pre-Race Day Check-In and Bike Inspection will be on Saturday, August 9 at the Sherando Park Rotary Shelter (across from the Sherando Pool) between 5-7 p.m.

If you are not able to attend the bike inspection on 8/9, you can visit Element Sports or Blue Ridge Bicycles. Please email for the bicycle inspection form.

Age and Distance:

7-8 (25-meter swim, 1-mile bike, .5-mile run)

9-10 (75-meter swim, 3-mile bike, 1-mile run)

11-12 (125-meter swim, 3-mile bike, 1-mile run)

13-15 (125-meter swim, 3-mile bike, 1-mile run)

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Awards: Top three male and female in each age group. All participants will receive a finisher medal.

T-shirts are not guaranteed to participants who register after July 5th. Once the deadline passes, T-shirts will be first come, first serve while quantities/sizes last.

Join us for our annual trail race at Sherando Park—and get ready for an unforgettable fall challenge!

Now in its 7th year, this mixed-surface four-mile trail race takes runners through the paved paths and wooded trails of Sherando Park’s scenic mountain bike trail system. Whether you’re a seasoned trail runner or tackling your first off-road race, you’ll enjoy a challenging and rewarding course surrounded by crisp fall air and vibrant autumn colors.

✨ New for 2026: We’re excited to introduce a Mountain Bike Time Trial to this event! Cyclists will have the opportunity to test their speed and skills on the Sherando Park mountain bike trails in a timed, individual-start format, adding a whole new level of competition and excitement to race day.

Proceeds from all events will benefit the I’m Just Me Movement, supporting confidence, inclusion, and self-acceptance in our community.

Not up for four miles on trails?

We’ve got you covered! We’ll also offer an untimed One Mile Fun Run/Walk, perfect for participants who want to support the cause while enjoying a shorter, paved option. The one-mile course will be an out-and-back on the paved Sherando Park path, with a course marshal stationed at the turnaround. Mile participants will start just before the four-mile race.

Date: Saturday, September 26th

Time: 8:30 AM

Location: Sherando Park - Mountain Bike Trails

Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup: Saturday, September 26th: 7-8 am at the Race Start/Finish area