Charlottesville Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K 2026
Charlottesville Fall Classic offers a scenic autumnal half marathon through downtown.
Race Date
Oct 18, 2026
Location
Charlottesville, VA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Location
- Charlottesville, Virginia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K run
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 1,942
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Charlottesville Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K, first run in 2013 and now in its 11th year, is celebrated for its picturesque autumnal setting. Voted one of the best road races in Virginia, it winds through downtown Charlottesville, offering a scenic tour of the city during peak fall foliage.
The course is predominantly flat, making it a potentially fast day for participants. With an average of around 111 finishers in recent years, it provides an intimate race experience. The typical winning time of approximately 85 minutes suggests a competitive field, though the repeat-runner rate of about 4% indicates it may not be a primary destination for loyalists.
Runners can expect a pleasant race day in October, with average temperatures ranging from 45–69°F. The event is part of the Bad to the Bone Races lineup, known for their community focus and well-organized events.
Race-provided description
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Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Start Time
12:00 PM
Start Location
Charlottesville, VA, 22902
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban, Small Town
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
Solid Pick5011 years running
~118 finishers a year
shrinking
4% returning runners
2 timing sources · 8 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:25:38
typical high 69°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
45°
Afternoon (High)
69°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
65%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,942 finishers actually crossed the line across 11 years.
Most recent
2023
Total finishers
1,942
Median time
2:00:02
Latest turnout
111
States
28
Turnout by year
2015–2023
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
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Frequently asked
When is the Charlottesville Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K 2026?
The Charlottesville Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K 2026 is held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, starting at 12:00 PM.
Where does the Charlottesville Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K 2026 take place?
It takes place in Charlottesville, Virginia.
What distances does the Charlottesville Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K 2026 offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K run.
Is the Charlottesville Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K 2026 course flat and good for a PR?
The Charlottesville Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K 2026 is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Charlottesville Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K 2026?
HalfRuns has finish records for 1,942 runners who have completed the Charlottesville Fall Classic Half Marathon & 10K 2026.
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