Maplewood Mile 5K — Run for the Trees
Date and time
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
321 Holiday Blvd, Henrico, VA
Date and time
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
321 Holiday Blvd, Henrico, VA
Date and time
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
321 Holiday Blvd, Henrico, VA
Join us for the Maplewood Mile 5K on Oct 3 at 9:00 AM — a scenic, USATF-certified-ish (fun) route through Maplewood Park. Whether you’re chasing a PR or running with the stroller, this mostly-flat course highlights tree-lined paths, a pond turnaround, and a finish on the town green. Every runner gets a finisher medal; top finishers take home awards and local gift certificates. Kids’ Fun Run at 10:15 AM. Proceeds support the Maplewood Urban Tree Fund.
Welcome to the Maplewood Mile 5K — Run for the Trees! Lace up and come enjoy a morning of fresh air, community vibes, and scenic trails. The 5K course winds along Maplewood Park’s paved and crushed-gravel paths, showcasing mature maples, a pond, and the town’s historic gazebo. It’s perfect for first-timers, families, and competitive runners alike.
Race day schedule • 7:30 AM — Packet pickup and same-day registration opens (maplewood community center) • 8:45 AM — Race briefing & warm-up on the green • 9:00 AM — 5K start (chip timing) • 10:15 AM — Kids’ Fun Run (100–200m) • 10:45 AM — Awards ceremony & post-race snacks
What you get • Technical short-sleeve race shirt (first 300 registrants) • Finisher medal for all participants • Chip timing and results posted live online • Post-race snacks, coffee, and a local food truck village • Kids’ activities, face painting, and race photography
Prizes • Top 3 overall male & female • Top 3 in 10 age groups (5-year bins) • Special award for best tree-themed costume
Course notes & accessibility • Mostly-flat, family-friendly course on mixed paved/gravel paths. Strollers welcome. • Accessible restrooms at start/finish. • Dogs on short leashes allowed (must be registered as a dog-runner).
Parking & transit Free parking at Maplewood High School (shuttle to start). Bike racks available at the start/finish.
Charity Proceeds benefit the Maplewood Urban Tree Fund to plant and maintain street trees and fund environmental education.
Contact Questions? Email races@maplewoodmile.example or visit the event FAQ on the race page.
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