425 Handley Blvd, Winchester VA
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Due to the popularity of the Apple Blossom races,
race day registration is not guaranteed—races may sell out in advance,
so DON'T WAIT to sign up!
Shenandoah Valley Orthodontics Kids' Bloomin' Mile - FRIDAY, May 2
Experience the thrill of running in one of the premier kids races in the area! The Shenandoah Valley Orthodontics Kids' Bloomin' Mile presented by Realty ONE Group Old Towne will be run on Friday, May 2, 2025 and covers the first mile of the famous Apple Blossom 10K course. Medals to all finishers and age group awards are given! Age Group Winners are invited to ride in the Apple Blossom Grand Feature Parade.
Important Notice for 6-7 Age Group Parents/Guardians
To enhance the safety and security of our youngest participants, all runners in the 6–7 age group will be directed into a finishing corral immediately after they complete the race. Parents or guardians must enter the corral to pick up their child. No runner will be allowed to leave the corral without a parent or guardian present.
**Attention** Parking Directions for Thursday Packet Pickup:
We want to ensure your safety during packet pickup. Due to setup for the Grandstand, Corporate Suites and Fireworks areas, Handley Blvd will be closed to traffic during packet pickup on Thursday. Please plan to arrive at Handley via Jefferson Street; use the access road behind the school and enter the student lot. Upon departure, please use the back right entrance which will lead you to Briarmont Avenue.
Kid's Bloomin' Mile Packet Pickup:
Thursday, May 1: 5-7 pm
Friday, May 2: 2-3:45 pm
Location: Handley High School - tent will be located in the grass between Handley Blvd. and the Handley Bowl
10K - SATURDAY, May 3
Enjoy the sights, sounds and the experience of the Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, while running a 10K through the streets of downtown Winchester. The Valley Health 10K has been a fan favorite event for over 40 years! It is a race for runners of all abilities and it covers historic parts of the Apple Blossom Parade route. The course is USATF certified. Overall, Masters, Grand Masters and Age Group awards. Awards are non-transferable and no duplication of awards (except Local Runner Awards). NO bicycles, roller blades, skateboards, strollers or animals allowed on race course.
10K Packet Pickup:
Thursday, May 1: 5-7 pm
Friday, May 2: 2-3:45 pm
Saturday, May 3: 7-8 am
Location: Handley High School - tent will be located in the grass between Handley Blvd. and the Handley Bowl
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