The Cougar Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run

Coventry Elementary PTA presents the 2026 Cougar Dash 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run!

Race Information

• Course Type: This flat asphalt course could help you achieve a new personal best.
• Community Support: Run or walk with friends and family through the beautiful neighborhoods of Coventry and The Greenlands while neighbors cheer you on.
• Event Options: Choose the 5K, 1-Mile Fun Run course, or both!
• Proceeds: All proceeds from this non-profit event will go directly to programs that support our students.

This event will promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle by raising awareness and educating about the importance of physical activity.

Not a runner but want to participate in this fun community activity? Volunteers of all ages and abilities are needed.

Don't hesitate to get in touch with the Race Director: cougardash5k@gmail.com

Packet and Race Expo Pickup

• Date: Package Pickup will be Friday April 24, 2026.
• Time: 4:30-7:30 p.m.
• Location: Coventry Elementary gymnasium at 200 Owen Davis Blvd, Yorktown, VA.

Schedule of Race Day Events

• 1-Mile Fun Run: Begins at 8:30 a.m.
• Cougar Dash 5K: Starts at 9:00 a.m.
• Finisher Medals: Every runner will receive a medal.

Award Age Groups and Categories for the Cougar Dash 5K

• Top Overall Adult Medals: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place receive engraved medals.
• Top Three Girls and Boys: For the following age groups will receive engraved trophies: Teen (13-17), 11-12, 9-10, 7-8, and 6 and under.
• Finishing Medal: Every runner will get a finishing medal.
• Registration Note: Registrations after April 22nd are not guaranteed a T-shirt.

No same day race registrations. The last day to register for either race is Friday April 24th, 2026.

For more information, visit the Cougar Dash race page.