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It's back!

Women of all ages* are invited to participate in the Charlottesville Track Club (CTC) Women's Four Miler Training Program.

For the second year in a row, this program is proudly presented by Women in Motion Physical Therapy and Wellness and sponsored by CTC and Women in Motion. Women in Motion is a specialty rehab clinic that provides physical therapy, occupational therapy, and IBCLC lactation services. They have specializations in orthopedics, obstetrics, pelvic health, oncology, and breast health, treating all genders through all phases of life. In addition to sponsoring the Women's Four Miler training program, they are also actively involved in national post-professional education and medical mission trips and are committed to doing monthly community outreach in central Virginia!

The Women in Motion team is honored to lead this training program on a volunteer basis, with 100% of the net proceeds from registration going to the UVA Breast Care Center!

Join us for six consecutive Saturdays - from July 18th to August 22nd - of group training and talks by experts on a variety of women's health topics.

In order to keep the program manageable and enjoyable for everyone, we will be limiting it to the first 75 registrants. However, we would be happy to make the weekly training plans available to anyone interested in a virtual training program. If the in-person version is full, you will be redirected to the virtual. You may also opt-in to the virtual program if that's your preference. Details will be sent to all participants via email.

Program goals include:

• providing a professionally designed training program tailored to your goals and experience

• building a sense of community among both participants and volunteers

• empowering new runners and walkers

• helping you safely transition back into running/walking after time away

• exposing you to information on women's health issues

• answering any general questions you have about running/walking four miles, as well as specific questions about the Women's Four Miler

• getting you to the Women's Four Miler starting line on September 5th feeling healthy and confident.

You may attend any or all sessions. Walkers and runners of any level are welcome. No experience necessary!

*Children aged 14 and under are welcome but must train together with an adult.

Training Location

Curtis Elder Track & Field Complex, Charlottesville High School, 1400 Melbourne Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903

CHS has plenty of parking, as well as restrooms and water.

Other notes:

This is the registration page for the Women's Four Miler TRAINING PROGRAM only and is NOT for the race. Registering for the training program DOES NOT automatically register you to run the race. Race registration will open in May.

Note that there are no refunds.

To be guaranteed a Training Program shirt, register by May 15th.

If you have any questions please reach out to [email protected]

2026 Cal Tri Charlottesville - 8.30.26. Swim, bike and run in Charlottesville located in Central Virginia approximately 100 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. and 70 miles northwest of Richmond. This race starts with a pool swim which is very beginner friendly for athletes who are testing the waters for the first time.

12 EVENT OPTIONS. 6 Sprint distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 yard Swim & 5K Run) and 6 Youth Sprint distance events (Triathlon, RunBikeRun, SwimBike, SwimRun, 400 yard Swim & 5K Run). Triathlon = swim + bike + run. Check out the course maps for more detailed information.

TO DO. Monticello. Fralin Museum of Art. Wineries.

AIRPORT. Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

AIR TEMPERATURE (AVG). 64 F / 82 F

WATER TEMPERATURE (AVG). 68 F. Wetsuit legal. Use the 20% CALTRI2025 discount code at blueseventy. Note: Fusion wetsuits not eligible for discount.

Celebrate Halloween and support a good cause with the YMCA Gatorade Halloween Hustle 10k Run & 2 Mile Family Walk!

This family-friendly event is a great way to get some exercise, enjoy the fall weather, and give back to the community!

Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite Halloween costumes, and there will be plenty of treats and surprises along the way, including a Post-Race Party at the Charlottesville High School Track with bounce houses for kids, a costume contest, a face painter, and awards!

Best of all, the proceeds from the event support YMCA financial assistance, ensuring that no one is turned away for inability to pay for Y membership and programs!

By participating in the YMCA Gatorade Halloween Hustle 10k Run + 2 Mile Trick-or-Treat Family Walk, you'll be helping to make a positive difference for your neighbors from all walks of life.

So gather your friends and family, put on your running shoes and Halloween costumes, and join us for a day of spooky fun and community spirit! It will be a Halloween experience you won't forget!

Come join us for the 2026 Charlottesville Turkey Trot 5k on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 26th at 9:00 am. The race starts and finishes next to Albemarle High School and features a neighborhood course with flat stretches and gentle rolling hills, totaling 133 feet of elevation gain. Ample parking will be available at Albemarle High School, Journey Middle School, and Greer Elementary.

The race proudly supports two local beneficiaries: the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank and Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, both of which provide critical food resources to individuals and families in need. The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank serves Central Virginia and is an affiliate of the national organization Feeding America. Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, located directly on the race route, is the largest distributor of food from the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank in the Charlottesville area and provides free groceries to families and individuals up to two times per month, with nearly one-third of households visiting twice monthly.

Race registration is $35 beginning Sept. 1. Registration includes a soft technical race t-shirt that’s comfortable for running or everyday wear while supplies last. Sign up by October 26 to guarantee a race shirt.

Participants may register as individual runners or form a team with coworkers, family, neighbors, or sports teammates. Teams compete for the four fastest cumulative times and year-long bragging rights.

We extend our thanks to Blue Ridge Timing for providing chip timing for the course and Connect Church for hosting packet pickup.

No race refunds or deferrals.

No dogs on the race course.

Strollers are permitted only in the last wave—no exceptions. If stroller participants do not start in the final wave, this option will not be offered in future races.

Local Albemarle EMT medical services will be on site. We are grateful for their volunteer support and for all who help ensure a safe and enjoyable race experience.

Finally, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our sponsors, partners, and volunteers for their dedication and care in bringing the community together through the Charlottesville Turkey Trot. We truly couldn’t do it without you.

PACKET PICKUP:

Tuesday, Nov. 24 (3-6pm) at Connect Church, 2080 Lambs Rd, (across from Albemarle High School).

Wednesday, Nov. 25 (1-5pm) at Connect Church, 2080 Lambs Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22901

RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP Avoid race morning lines by picking up your packet on Tuesday (3-6pm) or Wednesday (1-5pm) at Connect Church. If you need to pick up your race packet on race morning it will be open from 7:45am-8:30am at the race venue at Albemarle High School's main track entrance.

LATE REGISTRATION: Wed., Nov 25, 6pm thru Thurs., Nov. 26th 8:30am. Late registration price increases to $48. We recommend registering online before arriving at Packet Pickup to make your check-in faster.

VIRTUAL OPTION AVAILABLE

Run your Turkey Trot 5k anywhere between 11/26/2025-11/29/2025 until 5:00pm. Sign up by Oct 26 to guarantee a t-shirt in your size.

Race Updates: Like our Facebook page at CvilleTurkeyTrot and stay tuned to your race emails for any updates, changes or additional packet pickup instructions.