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Saturday, October 31st, 2026
1701 Thomson Drive, Lynchburg VA
5K
45–65°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
45–59°F
dry
2024
55–76°F
dry
2023
40–55°F
dry
2022
48–61°F
rain
2021
48–64°F
dry
2020
38–54°F
dry
2019
46–76°F
rain
2018
43–70°F
dry
2017
41–61°F
dry
2016
54–65°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Celebrate our 20th Anniversary! The I Am Woman 5K partners with the Centra Foundation to raise funds for pediatric care. This ensures we can partner with our families and help them to live their best lives.
Impact of Participation
- Fundraising Goal: Funds raised have helped secure specialized newborn and pediatric equipment such as fetal monitors, radiant Panda warmers, and Omni beds for the Intensive Care Nursery.
- Local Support: 100% of event proceeds raised through your participation and donations stay right here in Centra’s service area.
- Life-Saving Equipment: This equipment allows us to treat children close to home.
- Community Contribution: Make it possible for us to save the lives of our tiniest population!
Participation Details
- Event Date: 2026-10-31
- Location: 1701 Thomson Drive, Lynchburg, VA
- Entry Cap: This event is limited to the first 400 entries (in person & virtual).
- Registration Link: I AM Woman 5K Registration
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