From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find virtual events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Fee (in-person or virtual)
$40.26 ($35.26 CTC Member)
*CTC Members receive a $5 discount. Membership must be valid on 1/1/26 to receive discount. The price increases to $50.26 for race-day signup on 1/1/26.
Fireworks Beanie for FIRST 250 who register before December 10 and complete the race.
Free Drip Coffee and cocoa at the race this year. Custom coffee drinks may be purchased from Too Brave Coffee truck.
Charlottesville Track Club was established in 1976, and the CTC is the driving force behind running in Central Virginia. Each year, the CTC directs some of the most popular local races including the New Year's Day 5K, Charlottesville Women's 4 Miler and Men's 4 miler, Charlottesville Ten Miler, Bruce Barnes Mile, and All-Comers Summer Track Meet Series. These well-organized, not-for-profit races attract thousands of runners and raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for local charities annually. In addition, we provide Half Marathon and Marathon training programs as well as training for the C10M.
Proceeds Benefit
Shoes for Kids. Providing running shoes to athletes from 7-18.
Thanks to Blue Ridge Timing for providing chip timing on the Free Union course!
VOLUNTEERS
Jobs are parking (4), Food and Beverage 2, hand out beanies 2, and course guidance (5). Time would be from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please signup on VOLUNTEERS or contact Rick Willis at [email protected]
Volunteer Jan 1, 2026 starting at 8:00 a.m. Race Begins at 10 a.m.
VIRTUAL OPTION AVAILABLE!
Run your 5K anywhere between 12/30/2025 and 1/01/2026
THERE ARE NO REFUNDS OR DEFERRALS. NO dogs will be allowed on the racecourse.
Frequently Asked Questions
How hilly is the course?
The course is relatively flat.
Will it be a mass start?
Yes
Will there be bathrooms out at Free Union?
Yes. We will have porta-johns with hand sanitizers.
If I can't make it to Charlottesville, is there another option for me?
Yes, we are also doing a Virtual ANYWHERE option!
Should I bring my own water on the day of the race?
That would be very helpful, but we will have water at the finish.
Will there be medical coverage?
Yes
Are strollers or baby carriers allowed on the race course?
Strollers are allowed but racers/walkers using strollers must be at the back of all participants for the start of the race.
Are dogs allowed on the racecourse?
No. The Charlottesville Track Club follows the guidelines of the Road Runners Club of America.
It looks like it might rain on race day! What is the weather plan?
The race happens rain or shine, However it may be canceled in the event of snow/ice. Please dress appropriate for the weather. .
I don’t want to run 5K, is it okay if I walk?
YES! Please start at the back of the pack to let the runners go first for everyone's safety.
Is there packet pickup?
YES, there is race day packet pickup at Free Union from 9:00-9:45 am.
Who is the race beneficiary?
Shoes for kids. A service of the C'ville Track Club.
Can I switch from the Anywhere virtual event to the Free Union event?
Absolutely! The following link explains how you can transfer events.
How to transfer events:
https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event
How to access your RunSignUp profile:
https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062604-access-and-explore-your-profile
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
DIRECTIONS:
5404 Wesley Chapel Rd, Free Union VA
From Barracks Road Shopping Center take Barracks Rd. west for approx. 1 mi. to the intersection at Georgetown Rd.
Continue straight on Barracks Rd (which becomes Garth Rd./Rt. 601) approx. 4.2 mi. to Hunt Country Store.
Turn Right and continue on Rt. 601 approx. 4.2 mi to Free Union, VA.
As you come out of Free Union continue on Rt. 601 bearing to the left for approx. 75 yards.
Turn left on Millington Rd. for approx. 0.3 mi. and turn right on Wesley Chapel Rd.
Stay on Wesley Chapel for 2.4 miles where you will bear to the right (staying on Wesley Chapel) for 0.1 mi. to the parking area on the left.
As you come down Wesley Chapel you will pass the starting line on the right and Wesley Chapel on the left.
Please do not park anywhere on the side of the road nor in the chapel parking lot. Volunteers will assist you with parking.
Please plan your route in advance as it's a race day packet pickup in Free Union and there may be limited cell service and GPS access at the race.
Greetings, Four Miler friends!
The 43rd annual Charlottesville Women's Four Miler will be held at Foxfield on Saturday, August 30th, 2025. This much-loved community event began in 1983 and, since then, has grown to become the largest women's-only race in Virginia while raising over 4.2 million dollars for the UVA Breast Care Center. We hope you will join in this fun, challenging, and deeply meaningful local tradition. Run or walk the beautiful countryside course, or participate virtually from anywhere.
All proceeds from registration fees go directly to the UVA Breast Care Center and we strongly encourage you to fundraise beyond this.
A special thanks for Foxfield for all the amazing support over all the years, and to the hundreds of local sponsors and volunteers who make this event possible. We would like to acknowledge the Charlottesville Track Club (CTC) for their years of support for this and many other local, not-for-profit events. Please consider becoming a member of the CTC here and follow their website and social media to stay current on upcoming events!
VIRTUAL OPTION: We understand it if you can’t make it to Foxfield, especially if you're traveling for the Labor Day holiday or live out of town. We’d still love to have you be a part of this special fundraising event, so please feel free to run or walk a four-mile course of your choosing close to home.
TRAINING PROGRAM: Sign up for our virtual training program here!
Questions? Email us at [email protected]
Come enjoy one of our newer trails with new friends (and old) at Walnut Creek Park near Charlottesville!