Dashing Thru Damascus

Dashing thru Damascus

Dashing thru Damascus is a trail running event in Damascus, VA on December 5, 2026, presented by Trail Town Fitness. The event uses the Creeper Trail rail trail and the town streets of Damascus and includes running distances plus an optional Polar Plunge and sauna at the Trail Town Fitness building. The course on the Creeper Trail follows a 34 mile crushed limestone path popular for scenic recreation. Participants can expect gravel and rail trail surfaces, some sidewalk sections, and one road crossing.

The event lists organized distances and activities, water and gels at aid stations on the half marathon, and a winter market in town the same day. The weekend features local holiday activities such as a parade on December 4 and a holiday market on December 5. Race policies cover registration, transfers, deferrals, refunds, participant conduct, minors, and race day procedures and are provided by the organizer. Registration closes December 3, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

• 5k
• Half Marathon
• Polar Plunge and Sauna

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