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Saturday, October 17th, 2026
265 Charles Dimmock Parkway, Colonial Heights VA
5K · 10K
52–70°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
44–64°F
dry
2024
43–58°F
dry
2023
47–63°F
dry
2022
59–72°F
rain
2021
52–66°F
dry
2020
46–61°F
dry
2019
49–62°F
dry
2018
56–69°F
rain
2017
47–61°F
dry
2016
59–80°F
dry
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About this race
Run League University College Classic 5K & 10K
Welcome to Run League University! 🎓🏃♀️
Class is officially in session.
Event Details
- Date: October 17, 2026
- Location: 265 Charles Dimmock Parkway, Colonial Heights, VA
- Race URL: RunLeague University College Classic
- Community Focus: A collegiate-inspired race celebrating community, competition, and the joy of running.
Choose Your Event
- 5K: Your introduction to RLU.
- 10K: Step up to the varsity level.
- Accessibility: Designed for runners and walkers of all experience levels.
- Experience: Enjoy a great atmosphere, whether you’re chasing a new PR or just participating.
What to Expect
- Race Experience: Collegiate-inspired race experience.
- Medal: Custom Run League University College Classic medal.
- Race-Day Energy: Enjoy energy, music, and community.
- Race Options: Choose between 5K and 10K distances.
Show Your College Spirit!
Class is in session, and we want to see your school pride! Whether you’re repping your alma mater, your current school, your favorite college, or just the school you’ve always loved, break out the college gear and come dressed for the occasion.
- Dress Code: College tees, sweatshirts, jerseys, hats, and colors.
- Spirit: Show all the school spirit you can bring!
- Inclusivity: You’re officially part of the RLU family for race day.
Giving Back
- Support: A portion of every race registration supports the University Preparatory College Fund.
- Opportunity: Helping students access college, career, and workforce opportunities.
- Donations: Additional donations during registration support further educational opportunities.
- Investment: When you run with The Run League, you’re investing in both your finish line and the future.
Join the League
The Run League is more than a race organizer—we’re building a running community that celebrates consistency, achievement, and the joy of crossing finish lines together.
Virtual Participants
Complete your 5K or 10K wherever you are, anytime during the week of race day! After your run, submit your finish time/results using the link provided. Virtual participants will receive the same race medal and shirt (if registered before the shirt deadline) as in-person participants, which will be mailed after the event. Results are submitted on the honor system—no proof required!
Swag Alert!
Register by September 26, 2026 to guarantee your official Run League University College Classic 5K/10K race shirt. After September 26th, registration remains open, but registrations received after September 26th will not include a shirt.
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Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Oct 16 – 18, 2026.
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