Virginia Credit Union River City Half & River City 5k
USATF CertifiedSaturday, March 6, 2027
Richmond, Virginia
The Experience
Virginia Credit Union River City Half & 5k gives you a chance to celebrate Richmond beyond the downtown city streets. Watch nature wake from its winter slumber and take in the early signs of spring in Virginia as you run over and along the James River, through well-established neighborhoods and outdoor gems like Pony Pasture. You’ll not only accomplish a personal goal but will also support Sports Backers nonprofit goal of building a vibrant community. Join us!
Course Information
USATF Certified Course
VA25002RT · Expires 2035
Certified Course Name
River City Half Marathon
Net Drop
+0.95
m/km
Separation
2.0%
start to finish
This course has a net uphill grade — expect a more challenging race. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
View USATF Course Map (PDF)Race Details
Race Day
Saturday, March 6, 2027 · 3/6/2027 08:00
Start Location
University of Richmond, Richmond, VA 23173
Course
Loop
Also Offers
Giveaway
Unisex Technical Long-Sleeve Shirt
Registration
Register online — $75
Race Website
Official race information
Race Performance
2:11:04
10:00/mi pace
1:10:20
5:22/mi pace
1,778
50% female · 48% male
25 states
Avg age: 38
Finish Time Distribution (2026)
1:53:16
Top 25%
2:31:26
Top 75%
Historical Weather
☀
Avg High
59°F
☽
Avg Low
40°F
☂
Precip
0.14 in
🍃
Wind
12.1 mph
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The Experience
Virginia Credit Union River City Half & 5k gives you a chance to celebrate Richmond beyond the downtown city streets. Watch nature wake from its winter slumber and take in the early signs of spring in Virginia as you run over and along the James River, through well-established neighborhoods and outdoor gems like Pony Pasture. You’ll not only accomplish a personal goal but will also support Sports Backers nonprofit goal of building a vibrant community. Join us!
Course Information
USATF Certified Course
VA25002RT · Expires 2035
Certified Course Name
River City Half Marathon
Net Drop
+0.95
m/km
Separation
2.0%
start to finish
This course has a net uphill grade — expect a more challenging race. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
View USATF Course Map (PDF)Race Details
Race Day
Saturday, March 6, 2027 · 3/6/2027 08:00
Start Location
University of Richmond, Richmond, VA 23173
Course
Loop
Also Offers
Giveaway
Unisex Technical Long-Sleeve Shirt
Registration
Register online — $75
Race Website
Official race information
Race Performance
2:11:04
10:00/mi pace
1:10:20
5:22/mi pace
1,778
50% female · 48% male
25 states
Avg age: 38
Finish Time Distribution (2026)
1:53:16
Top 25%
2:31:26
Top 75%