Leah’s Legacy 2026 — Charleston, WV

Date
September 13, 2026
Location
Charleston, WV
Venue
177 Summers Street
Start Time
5:00 PM
Sunrise
7:05 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $75.00
Events
IN PERSON 5K Run (TIMED), IN PERSON 2 Mile Walk (NOT TIMED), IN PERSON Fun Run for Kids, IN PERSON Fun Run for Kids (No T-Shirt)
Includes
T-Shirt
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Leah's Legacy starts at 5:00 PM, giving you flexibility if you're traveling into Charleston on race day. The event takes place at 177 Summers Street and offers both running and walking divisions across two distances: a 2-mile option and a 5K. Entry fees range from $20 to $50 depending on registration timing and distance selected. If your schedule doesn't align with the September 13, 2026 date, the race provides a virtual participation option, allowing you to complete your distance independently and still be part of the event. This setup works well for athletes juggling travel logistics around race day.

From the Race Organizer
The Strickland Family is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Leah’s Legacy 5K Run/2 Mile Walk/Kid’s Fun Run on Sunday, Sept 13, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Last year we had over 500 participants and look forward to a bigger/better Celebration in 2026! The event will start at Charleston City Center (Slack Plaza), proceed towards the boulevard, and end back at Charleston City Center (Slack Plaza). Leah Strickland was active in multiple sports and very competitive with a “team first, ALL IN” attitude. She encouraged her teammates and put the best interests of her team and teammates before her own. On August 31, 2022, a few weeks into her freshman season she lost her life in a car accident while coming home from a soccer game. The Strickland Family chose to honor Leah’s memory, character, and love of athletics by establishing a Memorial Scholarship Fund. This fund provides scholarships for Senior Athletes who embody those same characteristics. Race Award Categories: Top 3 Overall Male & Female Top Masters Male & Female (40+) Age Groups (Top Male & Female runners) 8 & under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89 Top 3 Fastest Adult Teams (Minimum of 5 members-must be co-ed)

Course & Travel Notes

Leah's Legacy takes place in Charleston, West Virginia on September 13, 2026, with a 5:00 PM start time, so you'll want to plan for an evening race. The venue sits at 604 feet elevation, which is pretty manageable for most runners. You'll fly into Yeager Airport, which is conveniently just 2.7 miles from the race, making it super easy to get to the start. Pack layers for typical early-September weather in Charleston—expect highs around 80°F and lows near 57°F, and there's about a 30% chance of rain that time of year.

⛰️ 604 ft elevation☀️ Typically 80°F / 57°F · 30% chance of rain✈️ Yeager Airport (CRW) — 2.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Leah’s Legacy 2026 — Charleston, WV?

Leah’s Legacy 2026 — Charleston, WV takes place on September 13, 2026. The race is held in Charleston, West Virginia.

Where is Leah’s Legacy 2026 — Charleston, WV held?

Leah’s Legacy 2026 — Charleston, WV is held at 177 Summers Street in Charleston, West Virginia.

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