RTA Run-A-Latke

🎉 Event Overview

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.

• Race Options: The 5K and 1 Miler start time to be determined. There will also be a virtual 5K option that will take place on December 14th.
• Post-Race Party: Enjoy a festive post-race party in the JCC with hot chocolate, donuts, and of course, latkes!
• Support Education: All profits from the race support education at RTA - Richmond Hebrew Day School.
• More Information: For additional details, visit here.

💰 Event Details and Fees

5K

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. 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).
• Registration Fees: December 14: $50 per person (plus processing fee).
• Participants: All abilities are welcome!

1 Miler

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. Participants of all abilities are welcome.

• 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).
• Participants: All abilities are welcome!

Virtual 5K

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).
• Financial Assistance: Should you need financial assistance, please contact the race director.
• Kids Under 5: Free and will not receive a race t-shirt unless t-shirts are requested and paid at the time of registration.

🏁 In-Person Courses & Course Rules

5K

The in-person 5K starts and ends at the Weinstein JCC. The 5K will be chip-timed by Commonwealth Timing.

• Family-Friendly: The 5K is a family-friendly event, start time to be determined.
• Participants: Runners or walkers with strollers or wheelchairs/assistive devices are permitted.
• Shirts: Registrants receive long sleeve performance shirts.
• Finishers: The top 5K finishers will receive prizes. All finishers will receive medals.

1 Miler

The 1 Miler also starts and ends at the Weinstein JCC. The course is a 1 mile loop and will be timed by Commonwealth Timing.

• Family-Friendly: The 1 Mile is a family-friendly event, start time to be determined.
• Participants: Runners or walkers with strollers or wheelchairs/assistive devices are permitted.
• Shirts: Registrants receive short sleeve t-shirts.
• Finishers: The top 1 Mile finishers will receive prizes. All finishers will receive medals.

Virtual 5K

The virtual 5K is an individualized, untimed event designed for those who can’t make it in person, but still want to participate!

• Course Selection: Complete the 5K on the course of your choice! No bibs given.
• Timing: Times are not recorded or posted.
• Local Registrants: Long sleeve performance shirts and medals for local registrants only.
• Pick-Up Requirement: Shirts and medals must be picked up in person: we do not ship shirts and medals.

📦 Packet Pickup for In-Person Events

Please pick up your race shirt and bib at Lucky Road Run Shop in the Willow Lawn Shopping Center on either Sunday, December 7 from 12:00-2:00pm or Thursday, December 11 from 4:30-6:00pm.

• Day-of Pickup: Will begin at 8:00am at the Weinstein JCC. Please allow extra time for waiting in line.
• Bib Placement: Please wear your bib on the front of your shirt, about chest height.
• On-Site Registration: Payment by credit card only - no cash or checks accepted.
• Timely Registration: We strongly encourage you to pick up your race items before race day.

🏆 Awards

5K Awards

• Gift Certificates: Awarded to the top 3 male and top 3 female overall finishers.
• Masters Awards: Gift certificates for the top male and female masters (age 65 and over).
• Finishers: All 5K finishers will receive a medal.

1 Miler Awards

• Prizes: Awarded to the top 3 finishers.
• Finishers: 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.