Wood River Run

APR

25

2026

The Wood River Run is a scenic 5k in Pony Pasture Park, honoring kayaker Christian Wood. This family-friendly run/walk supports local park education and youth scholarships. Leashed dogs and strollers are welcome on the mixed-terrain course.

Sat 25 Apr 2026

Richmond, Virginia

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Wood River Run is a 5k fun run held to honor the memory of Christian Wood, a kayaker who passed away on the James River in 2018. The 2026 edition will be the sixth year of the event. It is held at Pony Pasture Park in Richmond, Virginia.

Event Details

The event offers one distance:

5K Run or Walk: A family-friendly course of approximately 5 kilometers.

Proceeds from the event support several causes:

Friends of the James River Park System.
The Christian Wood Scholarship Fund for Passages Adventure Camp.
The James River Park System's Education Department.

The course is a run/walk along the banks of the James River on Riverside Drive, featuring scenic views of the James River Park System. The terrain includes road, trail, and gravel path elements. The start and finish location is at Pony Pasture Rapids, a popular area within the park.

Leashed dogs and off-road capable strollers are permitted for participants, especially walkers. Organizers note that part of the course runs along an active roadway. The top two finishers in each age group receive a prize. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

5k Run or Walk