RTA Run-A-Latke

🎉 Welcome to the RTA Run-A-Latke!

RTA - Richmond Hebrew Day School proudly presents the RTA Run-A-Latke, presented by the Habib Family, on Sunday, December 14, 2025!

The race will begin and end at the Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave, and loop through the residential area across the street. The 5K and the 1 Miler start time to be determined. There will also be a virtual 5K option that will take place on December 14th.

Enjoy a festive post-race party in the JCC with hot chocolate, donuts, and of course, latkes!

All profits from the race support education at RTA - Richmond Hebrew Day School. See below for more information about RTA.

🗓️ Event Details and Fees

🏃‍♂️ 5K

• Race Type: This is an in-person 5K. The 5K will be chip-timed by Commonwealth Timing, and the chip-timed results will be posted on their website. You must wear the bib number assigned to you.
• Registration fees: September 12 - November 7: $35 per person (plus processing fee).
• Registration fees: November 8 - December 14: $45 per person (plus processing fee).
• Registration fees: December 14: $50 per person (plus processing fee).

🚶‍♀️ 1 Miler

• Race Type: This is an in-person fun run/walk. The 1 Miler will be chip-timed by Commonwealth Timing, and the chip-timed results will be posted on their website. You must wear the bib number assigned to you.
• Registration fees: September 12 - November 7: $25 per person (plus processing fee).
• Registration fees: November 8 - December 13: $30 per person (plus processing fee).
• Registration fees: December 14: $35 per person (plus processing fee).

💻 Virtual 5K

• Race Type: This is a virtual 5K. Participants of all abilities are welcome.
• Registration fees: September 12- November 7: $35 per person (plus processing fee).
• Registration fees: November 8 - December 14: $45 per person (plus processing fee).

Should you need financial assistance, please contact the race director. Kids under 5 are free and will not receive a race t-shirt unless t-shirts are requested and paid at the time of registration.

Refund Policy: If the race is canceled for any reason, the registration fee is non-refundable. Participants will still receive their t-shirts and medals if desired.

🏁 In-Person Courses & Course Rules

🏃‍♂️ 5K

• Location: The in-person 5K starts and ends at the Weinstein JCC. The 5K will be chip-timed by Commonwealth Timing, and the results will be posted on their website.
• Inclusivity: Participants of all abilities are welcome!
• Family-Friendly: Runners or walkers with strollers or wheelchairs/assistive devices are permitted.
• Prizes: The top 5K finishers will receive prizes. All finishers will receive medals.

🚶‍♀️ 1 Miler

• Location: The 1 Miler also starts and ends at the Weinstein JCC.
• Inclusivity: Participants of all abilities are welcome!
• Family-Friendly: Runners or walkers with strollers or wheelchairs/assistive devices are permitted.
• Prizes: All finishers will receive medals.

💻 Virtual 5K

• Format: The virtual 5K is an individualized, untimed event designed for those who can’t make it in person.
• Completion: Complete the 5K on the course of your choice. No bibs given.
• Shirts and Medals: Long sleeve performance shirts and medals for local registrants only.

Please note that you are responsible for your safety for all events. Be alert, watch for traffic, and pay attention to fellow participants and course marshals. Should the weather impact the RTA Run-A-Latke, you will be notified Saturday night, December 13th.

📦 Packet Pickup for In-Person Events

• Locations: Please pick up your race shirt and bib at Lucky Road Run Shop in the Willow Lawn Shopping Center.
• Times: Either Sunday, December 7 from 12:00-2:00pm or Thursday, December 11 from 4:30-6:00pm.
• Day-Of Pickup: Begins at 8:00am at the Weinstein JCC.
• On-Site Registration: Payment by credit card only - no cash or checks accepted.

🏆 Awards

🏅 5K Awards

• Overall Awards: Gift certificates from Lucky Road Run Shop to the top 3 male and female overall finishers and the top male and female masters (age 65 and over).
• Medals: All 5K finishers will receive a medal.

🥇 1 Miler Awards

• Prizes: Awarded to the top 3 finishers.
• Medals: All finishers will receive a medal.

🤝 Volunteer at the Race

Want to see what a race looks like from the other side?

Please consider volunteering to help make the RTA Run-A-Latke successful and enjoyable for all! Contact pap@rudlin.com for more information.