Ready to ditch the treadmill? We’re here to give you some motivation for some of the region’s most exciting racing events, like the Shenandoah Epic 24-Hour Adventure Race.
For organized racing events in Spring 2026, consider:
- The Shenandoah Epic 24-Hour Adventure Race returns April 11-12, 2026, for its 15th legendary year in the heart of Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. This iconic race is more than just a challenge—it’s a rite of passage. Whether you’re a seasoned AR veteran or gearing up for your first taste of the unknown, it’s time to add your name to the roster. Spots vanish fast. With a cap of 300 racers and a history of sell-outs, this is your moment to lock in. Starts from the Downriver Canoe Company, 884 Indian Hollow Road, Bentonville, VA 22610.
- The 18th Annual Park-to-Park Half Marathon from Stuarts Draft Park to Ridgeview Park in Waynesboro will be held April 25th. Expect a fairly easy run with tame hills and plenty of gorgeous spring scenery.
- The Old Dominion 100 Endurance Run on June 6th course takes you over a multitude of terrains. Runners will traverse over pavement, gravel roads, single track trails, ATV trails, logging roads, rocks, streams, some more gravel, and mud. This is not solely a trail race or road race- come prepare to handle it all. Test your ability to be able to turn your legs over on a wide variety of terrain in one day. The coveted silver buckles awaits those that conquer the course under 24 hours.
Prefer to run on your own schedule?
- The area around Skyland is a popular spot for trail runners. Located at the highest altitude along Skyline Drive, you’ll be sure to test your mettle. Try Stony Main Trail, which gradually ascends to the summit on a 1.6-mile route. Some sections are steep and you may be forced to walk. If you’re looking to add some hill work to your routine, this is a good choice.
- Another good section for trail running is around Big Meadows, which serves as roughly the halfway point between the northern and southern ends of Skyline Drive.
Whichever path you take, start training now for increased endurance and stamina — you’ll need both with our area’s hills and valleys.
Here is everything you need to know about where to stay inside Shenandoah National Park or in the Shenandoah Valley for your next racing adventure.
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Source: This post is provided courtesy of the Shenandoah Valley Travel Association.