High Bridge Half Marathon
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High Bridge Half Marathon & 5k : Farmville, Virginia
The event takes place on October 3, 2026 in Farmville at the Downtown Plaza at High Bridge Trail State Park. It features two distances:
- Half Marathon 13.1 Miles
- 5k 3.1 Miles
The course is an out and back route that begins in Farmville Downtown at the park plaza and runs on the rails to trails conversion known as High Bridge Trail State Park. The trail is described as wide, level, and with very little grade. The surface consists of finely crushed, well packed limestone. The half marathon crosses the historic High Bridge twice; the bridge is nearly a half mile long and rises about 125 feet above the Appomattox River.
On-course support includes spirit groups, music, water stations, and vault toilets. All half marathon finishers who complete the race within the designated four hour time period receive finisher awards.
Registration opens April 1, 2026 and closes July 31, 2026. Registration fees listed are $65.00 for the half marathon and $30.00 for the 5k.
Farmville is noted for its historic commercial district with restaurants, retail, and galleries, and the High Bridge is part of the 31 mile High Bridge Trail State Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
