Salem Distance Run
52nd Anniversary Salem Distance Run
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Location: Longwood Park, 601 E. Main Street, Salem, VA 24153
Races will start in front of the "Shrewd Outdoors" building at 201 E. Main Street
Race founder: Richard Browder, Retired Track Coach, Roanoke College
5K: Race starts at 8:00 a.m., $30.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31, 2026
10K: Race starts at 8:00 a.m., $35.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31.2026
Kids Run: 1 mile fun run through Longwood Park. Race starts at 7:30 a.m., $20.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31, 2026
Volunteers are an essential part of our success! Sign up for yourself or a group looking for a fun community service project.
Contact:
Salem Parks & Recreation: specialevents@salemva.gov or (540) 375-3057
Aug 08, 2026
Distance — 1 Miles
Type — Running
07:30
$20.00
Aug 08, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
08:00
$35.00
Aug 08, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$30.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Salem.
Learn more about the host city, Salem.
Salem is a city in the Shenandoah Valley region of Virginia.
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