I AM Woman 5K
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Event
The I AM Woman 5K takes place in Lynchburg, Virginia on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 1701 Thomson Drive (Centra Alan B. Pearson Regional Cancer Center). The event includes these distances:
- 5K Run / Walk
- VIRTUAL - 5K Run / Walk
The race partners with the Centra Foundation to raise funds for pediatric care. Funds support neonatal and pediatric equipment such as fetal monitors, radiant Panda warmers, and Omni beds for the Intensive Care Nursery. The event limits entries to the first 400 participants (in person and virtual). All finishers receive a custom finisher medal. Awards are given to the Top 3 Overall, Top 3 Master finishers, and Top 3 in each age group. A costume contest with prizes is planned for the Halloween weekend event.
Registration and logistics
In-person registration pricing: $30 (4/15 - 9/15), $35 (9/16 - 10/23), $40 (10/24 - 10/25). Virtual registration is $35 (4/15 - 10/27). Family pricing is available for 3-5 family members (parents and children only) and saves $5 per registration; this option expires 10/24. Packet pickup options include a Friday pickup at Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, and pickup at the start/finish location on race day. Packets may be mailed via USPS Priority Shipping for an additional $15; mailed packets are sent the week of October 19. Moisture-wicking T-shirts are available up to size 2XL; the guaranteed T-shirt deadline is October 3. Virtual participants can collect medals and shirts at packet pickup, complete the 5K between October 24-27, and upload results via the event system or text. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.