Sports Backers 8k Training Team
Updated
Saturday, November 14, 2026, first start 7:30 AM, in Henrico (4921 Lakeside Avenue). Distances: 8K.
Course and race notes
Training for the Richmond 8k might be exactly what you need to get moving and doing it in a group setting with a crew of supportive coaches and teammates is sure to get you to the finish line.
Spend 8 weeks in a program catered to runners and walkers of all abilities and you’ll quickly realize how fun (yes, FUN!
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, November 14
2026 · in 7 days
Start time
7:30 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
8K
Price
See the registration page
No price increase published
Registration
Closed online
Online signup closed Sep 30, 2026
Opened Nov 16, 2025
Race day in Henrico
Weather
60° / 38°F
Typical high and low for November 14, with a 30% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Ashland Hanover Co Muni Airport, VA (7.7 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
6:48 AM – 5:01 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday. The first start is 42 minutes after sunrise.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
13 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest under 0.1 mi away.
Places to eat
- Deli quick biteunder 0.1 mi
- Roy's Big Burger restaurantunder 0.1 mi
- Arianna's Italian Grill & Pizza restaurantunder 0.1 mi
- Bryan Park Bar And Grill restaurant0.4 mi
5 places to eat within 0.6 mi.
Nearest public restroom: 0.4 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Nov 13
Where to stay
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