10K races near Williamsburg

The Grove Trotter 5K/10K Bridge Run begins at Chickahominy Riverfront Park, offering participants a 5K or 10K option. This yearly charity race benefits the Grove Christian Outreach Center and follows a straightforward out-and-back course along the Capital Trail. Runners will cross the Chickahominy River Bridge and proceed on the Capital Trail before returning to the park to finish. As part of the Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix, the race attracts local competitive runners alongside those participating for the charity. Awards are presented in various age categories.

The Grove Trotter 5K/10K Bridge Run is an annual race held at Chickahominy Riverfront Park, offering a 5K or 10K distance. It benefits Grove Christian Outreach Center and is a fixture in the Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix, attracting local runners motivated by the cause and those seeking series points. The course begins in the park, crosses the Chickahominy River Bridge, proceeds along the Capital Trail, and concludes back at the park. The entire race takes place on the Capital Trail, with awards presented to participants in multiple age categories.

Olde Towne's Stride for Wellness is a race day in Williamsburg, Virginia, held at the James City County Government Complex on Mounts Bay Road. It features 10K and 5K events on the Carter's Grove Country Road Course. Participants can choose a USATF-certified 10K run, a 10K race walk, or a USATF-certified 5K for walkers and runners. Additionally, there's a 1-mile Healthy Hike and a free Fun Run for children under 10. The event takes place in November and benefits Olde Towne Medical & Dental Center, which also handles packet pickup prior to race day. Both certified courses begin and end at the JCC Government Center, following a paved path that goes by Kingsmill and Busch Gardens. The 10K run is part of the Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix, attracting local club runners as well as walkers, families, and those opting for the hike or kids' run. Packet pickup on race morning, onsite check-in, and same-day registration contribute to its flexible, community-focused nature, welcoming more than just competitive runners.