Salem
Walking Events Calendar near Salem 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Salem for 2026-2027! We've gathered 11 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
August 2026
Walkers can choose the 5K walk that starts in front of the Shrewd Outdoors building on Main Street and finishes at Longwood Park, following a town to park course alongside the running races. Parking is available at Longwood Park or downtown Salem..
The 2.50K loop starts and finishes at Christiansburg Rec Center, following the Huckleberry Trail with a midway turnaround for walkers. Registration is free and the first 250 registrants receive a commemorative Montgomery County 250 shirt.
September 2026
Walkers follow a 5K route starting at the Farmers Market parking lot in Rocky Mount, crossing W. Church Street and proceeding along Randolph and Main Street back to the Farmers Market. Walkers must use sidewalks at all times.
October 2026
Walkers can join the 5K course at Falling Creek Park, 1257 County Farm Rd, Bedford VA, in a park setting with multiple color stations along the route alongside runners. Registration costs $25; entries after 9/15 will not receive a shirt, and day..
Walkers will follow the 3.14 Miles scenic route starting at 433 North Main Street, Rocky Mount, VA, along a fun course shared with runners and their dogs. The community event is dog friendly and benefits the Franklin County Animal Shelter.
Walkers can choose 5K or 10K routes starting at Central Academy Middle School in the historic town of Fincastle, Virginia, with a dog friendly 5K Pup Run/Walk option. Packets can be picked up on race day in the school gym and registered p..
November 2026
December 2026