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2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay

2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay

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  • Half Marathon
  • 10k
  • 5k
  • Marathon
  • Marathon
  • Half Marathon
  • 10k
  • 5k
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  • Marathon
Chessie Trail-McKethan Park, Lexington, VA 24450
Run The Chessie

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About the Event

2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay

Dates: October 1, 2026 - November 7, 2026

Location: Lexington, VA

This event features a variety of running races along the scenic Chessie Nature Trail, known for its smooth, flat, gravel and grass surface. The trail parallels the Maury River and is a former Chesapeake and Ohio rail line.

Race Details:

  • Marathon: 26.2 miles, Boston Qualifier. Runners complete the trail twice.
  • Half Marathon: 13.1 miles.
  • 10K: 10 kilometers.
  • 5K: 5 kilometers. Walkers are welcome.
  • Marathon Relay: 26.2 miles, divided into four legs.
  • Virtual Options: Available for Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K.
  • Student Pricing: Discounted rates available with valid student ID for most events.

Key Information:

  • Registration: Online at runsignup.com.
  • Packet Pickup: Friday, November 6, 2026 (10 a.m. - 7 p.m.) at Walkabout Outfitters, Lexington, VA, or on race day morning (6:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.) near the start line.
  • Race Day: Saturday, November 7, 2026. Start times vary by event, with most starting at 8:00 a.m. EST.
  • Course Surface: Smooth gravel and grass.
  • Amenities: Custom medals for all finishers, t-shirts, post-race food, aid stations, and free parking.
  • Refunds/Transfers: No refunds. Transfers or deferrals possible until October 31, 2026.
  • USATF Certified: All race courses are USATF certified.

For more information, visit runthechessie.org.

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2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay************************
2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay************************
2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay************************
2026 Chessie Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, & 26.2 Relay************************

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Marathon - Super Early Discount$61.00
Marathon - Early$67.00
Marathon - On-Time$73.00
Marathon - Late$89.00
Half Marathon - Super Early Discount$51.00
Half Marathon - Early Discount$57.00
Half Marathon - On-Time$63.00
Half Marathon - Late$74.00
10K - Super Early Discount$34.00
10K - Early Discount$38.00
10K - On-Time$41.00
10K - Late$47.00
5K - Super Early Discount$31.00
5K - Early Discount$35.00
5K - On-Time$37.00
5K - Late$42.00
Marathon Relay - Super Early Discount$109.00
Marathon Relay - Early Discount$129.00
Marathon Relay - On-Time$149.00
Marathon Relay - Late$169.00
VIRTUAL Marathon$61.00
VIRTUAL Half Marathon$51.00
VIRTUAL 10K$37.00
VIRTUAL 5K$34.00
Marathon (With Valid Student ID)$41.00
Half Marathon (With Valid Student ID)$31.00
10K (With Valid Student ID)$28.00
5K (With Valid Student ID)$26.00
Marathon Relay (Valid Student ID Required-All Members)$99.00
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