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The SpeakUp5k is an annual 5k held in Richmond’s Byrd Park, with a virtual option for participants joining from anywhere. It benefits teen mental health and raises funds for the Cameron K. Gallagher Foundation’s free programs for teens and their support networks. The race originated from Cameron K. Gallagher’s vision, encouraging participants to “SpeakUp” for those experiencing depression and anxiety. Along the course, runners and walkers encounter zones Cameron envisioned to encourage movement and smiles, such as a rave zone or a water-gun spray area. Quote Alley is a distinctive section, incorporating Cameron’s journal quotes and sketches into the course.

The Maplewood Mile 5K — Run for the Trees starts at 9:00 AM in Maplewood Park. It offers chip timing and live online results. The course is mostly flat and USATF-certified, suitable for runners aiming for a fast time, families, stroller runners, and first-timers. Packet pickup and same-day registration begin at 7:30 AM, with a race briefing and warm-up on the town green before the 5K starts. The course winds through mature maples on paved and crushed-gravel paths, passing a pond and the town’s historic gazebo. The turnaround is near the water, with the finish on the town green. All finishers receive a medal. The first 300 registrants get a technical short-sleeve shirt. Prizes are awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers and the top three in ten age groups. A 100–200m Kids’ Fun Run, post-race snacks, coffee, a local food truck village, kids’ activities, face painting, race photography, and a best tree-themed costume award are also part of the day. Proceeds benefit the Maplewood Urban Tree Fund.

Westchester Commons in Midlothian, Virginia, hosts Chesterfield CASA’s Superhero 5K. This event includes a 5K run/walk, a Kids’ 1K Fun Run, a Zero K Hero option, and a morning family festival. The festival takes place before and during the races. The children’s run begins first, with the 5K starting later in the morning. Chesterfield CASA organizes the event, and proceeds benefit local children who have experienced abuse or neglect. The race centers on a superhero theme. Participants in the 1K receive capes, and 5K runners get commemorative shirts. All attendees are encouraged to wear costumes, either as a favorite superhero or another character. The festival features games, music, interactive activities, giveaways, and prizes for the best costumes. This setup accommodates runners, walkers, children, spectators, and individuals wishing to support CASA without participating in the race. Chesterfield CASA utilizes registration fees, donations, and sponsorships to fund training and support for volunteers. These volunteers advocate for at-risk children within the juvenile court system, assisting them in finding safe, permanent homes.

The Haunted 5K and 10K is a morning race held at Midlothian Mines Park in Midlothian, Virginia, beginning at 8:00 AM. Participants can choose between two standard distances: a 5K (3.1 miles) and a 10K (6.2 miles). All participants must register in advance via RunSignup, as on-site registration is not available. Packet pickup is limited to a brief period before the race start. Runners will gather at the Headstock near Loch Lothian, providing a distinct park landmark for the start. The course is an out-and-back design. 5K participants will complete the course twice, and 10K participants will complete it four times. The race has a 2-hour time limit, accommodating runners and walkers who maintain a consistent pace on the repeating park route.

The Give a Dog a Job 5K is a 5K run, walk, and roll held at Main Line Brewery on Ownby Lane in Richmond, Virginia. The race begins at 9:00 AM with chip timing, and all proceeds go to Canine Companions, a nonprofit that provides trained service dogs to people with disabilities at no cost. The event is designed for dog lovers and runners alike: families, pets, puppy raisers, service dog teams, walkers, and competitive 5K participants share the course. Awards are given to the fastest overall male and female runners and to top age-group finishers, but the main focus is the cause itself: helping fund more service-dog placements through Canine Companions.

The Ashland Harvest Run/Walk 10K/5K begins and ends at Carter Park in Ashland, Virginia, a town known as the "Center of the Universe." The event includes both a 10K and a 5K. The 10K starts in the morning, followed soon after by the 5K. Both runners and walkers are welcome, accommodating those seeking a timed road race and those participating in a community walk. Both courses are US Track & Field certified, with distinct numbers for the 10K and 5K, important for runners prioritizing accurate distance measurement. The GFWC Ashcake Woman's Club organizes the race, directing proceeds to Moments of Hope Outreach, Girls on the Run, and other local charities. Teams of three or more can be formed, allowing families, friends, coworkers, or running groups to register together.

East End Farm in Louisa County hosts the SPARC of Hope 5K, a morning 5K run supporting suicide prevention efforts in the local community. The event begins at 9:00 a.m., with race-day packet pickup available before the start. Registration allows participants to pay for a shirt or enter for free without one. The course is a 5K located at the farm, with the gathering focused on more than just the run. A keynote speaker will address the attendees, who are invited to share stories of hope and recovery, honor those lost, support donations, and help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide.

The Bernard Greene Memorial 5K takes place at Deep Run Park, with runners beginning at 9:30 a.m. on an October morning. Registration costs $40 per person and includes a T-shirt. This race directly supports Henrico’s recovery-court community, distinguishing it from a typical park run. All proceeds benefit alumni and current participants of the Henrico Circuit Court Recovery Court, Henrico General District Court Veterans Treatment Court, and the Henrico Behavioral Health Docket. Funds are allocated to sober activities, graduation celebrations, family days, and other recovery-focused programming. The race commemorates Bernard L. Greene, Jr., who initially joined the former drug court team as a clinician and subsequently served as its administrator until his passing.

The Haunted race series starts at Greenway Roslyn Landing Access in Colonial Heights, Virginia, offering four distances: 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon. As an October running event, the Halloween theme is integrated into its name and schedule. The race provides runners with a selection of a short road-race distance, a 10K, 13.1 miles, or the full 26.2 miles, all beginning from the same Colonial Heights start area. The listed distances are 5 km, 10 km, 21.1 km, and 42.2 km, suitable for both casual runners and those seeking a long fall race.