Virginia Credit Union River City Half
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Event overview
The Virginia Credit Union River City Half & River City 5k is scheduled for March 7, 2026 in Richmond, VA. The event is organized by Sports Backers and includes in-person and virtual options for both distances. Entry fees listed are Half Marathon: $85 and 5k: $40, with a price increase after December 4, 2025. Minimum ages are 12 for the half and 6 for the 5k.
Courses and logistics
- Half Marathon
- 5k
Both courses start and finish on the University of Richmond campus and feature river views along the James River, established neighborhoods, and outdoor areas such as Pony Pasture. The half course crosses the Huguenot Bridge, passes Riverside Meadows, Forest Hill Avenue, Westover Hills, the Nickel Bridge, the historic Carillon, Windsor Farms, and River Road before returning to campus. The 5k runs through campus and along River Road, includes an out-and-back on the Huguenot Bridge, follows the Gambles Mill Corridor, and finishes near Westhampton Lake. Course limits and cutoffs are published; courses are subject to change.
Policies and inclusions
Participants receive a long sleeve technical shirt, finisher medal, bib with chip timing, and access to a post-race festival with two drink tickets. Half marathon entries also include a branded canvas tote. Entry fees are non-refundable and entries are non-transferable. Deferred registration is allowed to the 2027 event until February 20 with a fee ($20 half, $10 5k). Race rules prohibit in-line skates, skateboards, bicycles, handcycles, animals, and strollers or baby joggers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.