5 running, cycling, fun run, and other events in Staunton, Virginia
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running, cycling, fun run, gran fondo, and walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Staunton
5 events in Staunton-
Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
Stacey's Run is a 5K race which takes place at the beautiful Gypsy Hill Park in Staunton VA. This annual event will take place on April 11, 2026, with a 1/2-mile Fun Run and the 5K beginning promptly at 10:00AM. This is always a fun- filled event with spectacular surroundings such as the Duck Pond, miniature train, baseball fields and playgrounds. At the conclusion of the 5K there will be door prizes, trophies and awards. Light refreshments will also be available. The proceeds from this event goes to the DeHaven Fund which awards annual scholarships to students with financial need pursuing college degrees. Gather your family and friends and join us for a day of fun!
Race Packets are given out in Gypsy Hill Park (600 Churchville Ave. Staunton, Va) Friday April 10, 2026, 4-6 PM and Saturday April 11, 2026, 8-9:30 AM at the Bandstand.
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Sat, May 16, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Join the Staunton-Augusta YMCA for a fun, scenic road race that highlights some of Staunton's best landmarks! This gently rolling course, features a touch of what Staunton is known best for, historic buildings, a charming downtown and active greenspaces through Gypsy Hill Park.
More than just a race, this event supports the YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign. Every mile helps fund mission-based programs and scholarships that provide financial assistance for memberships, youth camps and programs that strengthen families and individuals across Staunton and Augusta County.
So, lace up, take in the scenery, and run with purpose!
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
2026 LWQCC Details
We look forward to having you join us this year on Saturday, June 20th for the 11th Annual Lee Warren Queen City Century Bike Tour a benefit bike ride through the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. The route will take riders West of Staunton, VA out into the countryside of Augusta County. The ride provides scenic vistas, county farms, small towns, and quiet rural roads. All the routes are paved and have low traffic volume.
The Century Route follows a clover leaf type pattern of four loops totaling 100 miles in distance.
The Metric Century Route follows a clover leaf type pattern for 100 km in distance.
The Half Century option will complete two of these loops, totaling 50 miles.
The Quarter Century option will complete the first loop, totaling 25 miles.
The best way to decide which group you'd like to join is to check out the loops on our website.
Pre-Registration will cost $50 per rider. Early Bird discount $40 through Dec 15th.
Day of registration will be $60, for all distances.
All riders will leave at 7:30am from the Sunspots Pavilion in Historic Downtown Staunton off of West Johnson St. Please note that we will start promptly on time so arrive with plenty of time to register and hear the pre-race instructions.
Interactive Route Maps
All routes are online, in TCX format. We recommend heading over to our website - www.lwqccbiketour.com - to find links to routes.
NOTE: All traffic regulations and laws must be observed. Helmets are required and must be worn for the entire length of the tour. All riders must ride to the right side of the road at all times. Roads will be open to vehicle traffic. This is not a race. The rides will take place rain or shine. No refunds. For details call 540-421-9235.
Starting Location: Sunspots Pavilion - 201 S. Lewis St. Staunton, VA 24401
Parking for the Event:
We have two designated, open-air (non-parking deck) parking lots for riders. The first is located at Trinity Episcopal Church and the second at Central United Methodist Church.
We recommend either pulling into a temporary spot near the wharf to register, then heading to one of the parking areas OR finding your permanent parking spot, first, and then riding down to register
Please go to these lots IN ORDER:
TRINITY EPISCOPAL - 214 W. Beverley St. Staunton, VA 24401
CENTRAL UMC - 14 N. Lewis St. Staunton, VA 24401.
The lots will have signs. If the first is full please proceed to the next parking area. If all of these are full, there should be street parking and parking in parking decks.
NOTE: Please DO NOT park in the wharf parking area - this is reserved for the farmer's market. Thank you for respecting their reserved parking area.
Registration check-in will be at the Sunspots Pavilion.
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR SPONSORS!
All Proceeds Benefit the mission of Renewing Homes of Greater Augusta
Not only do you get to ride a beautiful route but you get to feel good while doing so! Renewing Homes of Greater Augusta (RHGA) is a nonprofit located in Augusta County that provides critical home repairs and modifications for elderly, disabled, and disadvantaged homeowners of Staunton, Waynesboro, and Augusta County so that they can live in their own home with dignity in a safe, warm, dry, and accessible environment.
By working with volunteers, RHGA maximizes the impact of every dollar spent. We hope that as you register you entertain supporting RHGA with an additional donation. Last years tour enabled RHGA to complete four projects for local homeowners and with your support this year, we hope to be able to do more!
Thank you for riding and supporting RHGA!
- Sharon Coplai
Executive Director
Renewing Homes of Greater Augusta
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Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Date: Friday, July 4th, 2025
Start time: 7:30am
Location: Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton, VA
Join the Fun at Staunton’s Largest 5K Race!
Experience the excitement of the Firecracker 5K, Staunton’s biggest and most competitive 5K event! Our gently rolling course winds through beautiful Gypsy Hill Park, drawing enthusiastic runners and crowd support-especially as the city gears up for the Happy Birthday America parade following the race.
All participants receive a commemorative race shirt (while supplies last), and top finishers will earn awards for overall placement and age group categories.
All proceeds from the race benefit the Salvation Army’s Pathway of Hope Program, supporting local families on their journey to stability and self-sufficiency.
This is a rain or shine event. Don’t miss out on the fun-register today and race for a great cause!
Registration:
Register by 5/27: $25 (guaranteed unisex t-shirt option)
5/28-7/3, 11pm: $30 (t-shirt while supplies last)
7/4: $35 (register ONLINE ONLY up until 7am race day)
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
Packet pick-up: Early Packet Pick Up will take place at Sole Focus Running Shop, 210 N Central Ave, Staunton VA on Thursday, July 3, NOON-6pm. Race Day packet pick-up, 6:30-7:15am at Gypsy Hill Park.
Awards:
Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male and female finishers, and to the top winner in each age group: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-36, 37-45, 46-55, 56-65, 66-75, 76 & over.
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Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Firebolt 5K and Race of 100 Harrys – In-Person & Virtual Options for 2026
You asked, we listened!
Over the years, your feedback has told us loud and clear: you're ready for a break from house-color t-shirts. This year, every participant will receive a Luna Lovegood–inspired race tee, designed to perfectly match this year's brand-new medal — and every shirt will be the same eye-catching color.
Don't worry, house pride is still very much alive! We're introducing house-color bibs so you can proudly represent your house on race day.
We can't wait to bring you fresh excitement this year!
Both the Firebolt 5K and the Race of 100 Harrys offer in-person and virtual options—run your race your way!
✨ And for our youngest wizards and witches:
Every Race of 100 Harrys participant will earn a brand new Luna inspired medal! 🦅 A magical reward for a 1K well run.
In-Person Participants
Join us for the 9th Annual Firebolt 5k and Race of 100 Harrys in scenic Gypsy Hill Park in Staunton, VA. Gypsy Hill Park offers a fairly flat and fast paved 5k experience. (Just a short walk to the QCMM Festival) Race festivities will begin at 8am on Saturday, September 26th, 2026. We will have free train rides on the Gypsy Hill Express, photo ops at our 9 and ¾ platform, free duck and fish food, and plenty of shade and space to hang out.
Timed Race Only Option
Show up and RUN! Pick up your bib the morning of the event. This option includes your bib and professionally chip timed race - no finishers medal or t-shirt.
Virtual Participants
Will you still get a cool t-shirt? Yes
Will you still receive our iconic finishing medal? Yes
Will you pick your course, day, and time to run? Yes
In September you will receive a package in the mail with your t-shirt and the cool finishers medal.
Upload your run/walk time by 12pm on Saturday, 9/26. The house with the most times uploaded will be awarded house cup points.
Race of 100 Harrys
The Race of 100 Harrys is a fast 1k designed to give young wizards a fun race experience and cool medal designed just for them. Race of 100 Harrys' finishers also receive a Luna inspired medal and t-shirt!
Schedule of Events (times are approximate and subject to change)
9/25/26
12:30pm -6:30pm: In person packet pickup at Blue Ridge CASA, 119 W, Frederick St, Staunton, VA. 24401
9/26/26
8:00am – Welcome and race rules, Stonewall Brigade Bandstand, Constitution Dr, Staunton, VA 24401
8:05am – Race of 100 Harrys and Firebolt 5k participants gather and move to starting lines. Race of 100 Harrys starts as soon as participants are in place at the starting line. Firebolt 5k Participants line the race loop to cheer on the little wizards.
8:10am – 5k participants move to starting line. 5k race starts as soon as participants are in place at the starting line.
8:55am – Closing and awards for top female and male in each age category and Best Male and Female Overall Finishers. Stonewall Brigade Bandstand, Constitution Dr, Staunton, VA 24401
8:15am – 10am – FREE Rides on the Gypsy Express Mini Train! Be sure to visit the Gypsy Express Mini Train for free rides and a very cool 9 ¾ Platform Photo Op.
8:15am – 10am – Pick up a free bag of Duck/Fish Food and head over to the Gypsy Hill Duck Pond. Enjoy feeding ducks, geese, swans and the beautiful koi fish. (bags are first come, first served)
Timed Race Only
A race only option will be available for late registrants. Registration open until sold out. There will be no onsite registration. In-person participants can pick up their race bib on-site the day of the race. No t-shirt or medal will be offered with this option.
In Person Awards
Top Male and Female Finishers in the following age categories: TBD
Race of 100 Harrys
The Gypsy Hill Park loop will not be closed to traffic on the day of the race. Adults are encouraged to complete the race with younger children.
Parking
Parking is available along the Gypsy Hill Park Loop (600 Churchville Ave. Staunton, VA 24401) BEFORE 7:45am. Parking is also available along both sides of Thornrose Ave. (511 Thornrose Ave. Staunton, VA 24401) and near the Thomas D. Howie Memorial Armory, along 116^th Regimental Rd. Staunton, VA 24401
Results
Visit https://www.runroanoke.com/ for timed race results.
Weather
The event is rain or shine. If a serious weather threat prevents us from safely executing the event, medals will be available for pick up on race day from 9am-11am at the Blue Ridge CASA office: 119 W. Frederick St. Staunton, VA 24401
If dangerous weather occurs at the event, a siren will sound, and volunteers will direct participants to the closest shelter. Restrooms and Picnic shelters are located along Constitution Drive.
Where is the festival?
The festival is located in downtown Staunton, which is a flat one-mile walk from Gypsy Hill Park. (Churchville Ave to Central Ave to Beverley Street)
Find Blue Ridge CASA at the QCMM Festival
Free Patronus Game at Ollivanders Wand Shop
Expecto Patronum! Now you can discover your Patronus here at Queen City Mischief and Magic! Visit Ollivanders Wand Shop on Do Good Alley for our free Patronus game. Once your Patronus is revealed, you will be given a collectible Patronus card to keep. Look for the Blue Ridge CASA tent!
Ollivander’s Wand Shop
This is where young wizards and witches come in search of the most essential wizarding item: their wand. At Ollivanders you will find all your favorite Harry Potter Character Wands including: Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Luna Lovegood, Severus Snape, Draco Malfoy and all your favorites. These character wands are replicas of the wands seen in the movies and books, designed to resemble the wands that each character used. Open Saturday 10am- 6pm (or sell out) Come early for the best selection. Look for the Blue Ridge CASA tent!
Ollivanders Wand Shop and Patronus Game are staffed by volunteers. All proceeds benefit Blue Ridge CASA for Children, a 501c3 that advocates for abused and neglected children in the Shenandoah Valley.
What else can I expect at the festival?
The city is bustling with magical encounters! Use the SCHED website to plan your entire festival experience. SCHED link coming soon
Questions? Concerns?
Contact: Angela