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Virginia Credit Union River City Half & River City 5k

Virginia Credit Union River City Half & River City 5k

Race Date

Mar 6, 2027

Location

Richmond, VA

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!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, March 6, 2027

Start Time

8:00 AM

Giveaway

Unisex Technical Long-Sleeve Shirt

Start Location

University of Richmond, Richmond, VA, 23173

Directions

Course Info

USATF Certified

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

0'

Net Drop/km

+0.95 m

Separation

2.0%

Also Offers

5K13.1 Miles

USATF Certified Course

VA25002RT · River City Half Marathon

Net uphill grade — expect a more challenging race. Loop course — start and finish are close together.

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

40°

Afternoon (High)

59°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

63%

Humidity

Race Photos

Historical Finish Time Distribution

4,785 finishers across 3 years

1:053:40

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