3 events in Salem, Virginia

Salem Distance Run

52nd Anniversary Salem Distance Run

Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026

Location: Longwood Park, 601 E. Main Street, Salem, VA 24153

Races will start in front of the "Shrewd Outdoors" building at 201 E. Main Street

Race founder: Richard Browder, Retired Track Coach, Roanoke College

5K: Race starts at 8:00 a.m., $30.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31, 2026

10K: Race starts at 8:00 a.m., $35.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31.2026

Kids Run: 1 mile fun run through Longwood Park. Race starts at 7:30 a.m., $20.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31, 2026

Volunteers are an essential part of our success! Sign up for yourself or a group looking for a fun community service project.

Packet Pickup: Friday, August 7th at RunAbout Sports Roanoke from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. & Saturday, August 8th at Longwood Park from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Rules & Details:

• Runsignup.com registration is available thru race day. Preferred-sized shirts are available thru July 10, 2026

• The race will start on Main Street and finish at Longwood Park

• Parking is available at Longwood Park or downtown Salem

• Award ceremony will be held at the conclusion of the race

• No pets or strollers are permitted

Contact:

Salem Parks & Recreation: [email protected] or (540) 375-3057

THIS EVENT IS RAIN or SHINE :)

*EARLY REGISTRATION PRICING ENDS SEPTEMBER 30!

Join SHERWOOD MEMORIAL PARK for our 10th RUN FOR DONUTS 5k & FUN RUN!

Fun for the whole family & a GREAT opportunity to support a GREAT cause!

This year will be benefiting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southwest Virginia which provides an environment of love, community, and hope to families of seriously ill children. RMHC-SWVA programs give a family with a sick child what they need most – each other.

We will utilize the paths within Sherwood Memorial Park in Salem.

WHO DOESN'T LOVE DONUTS?!?

All participants will get to enjoy a yummy Donut to munch on at the finish line. Eating donuts is not required, however, it will be A LOT of fun if you do!

COSTUME CONTEST, have fun with the run & wear your sprinkle colors or anything donut themed!

~ 5K runners receive a Knit Beanie Hat* & Finisher Medal

~ Fun Run runners/walkers receive a Knit Beanie Hat*

*Beanies guaranteed to all entries received prior to September 30th; otherwise, subject to availability (1st come 1st serve).

OVERALL top three (3) in male and female; PLUS top three (3) 5k finishers - male & female in each age category: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & over.