Join us for our Annual City Point 5k, 10k or 1/4 mile mobility race! The City Point 5k, 10k, 1/4 mile, Kids Fun Run and Kinder Dash are brought to you by the collaboration of John Randolph Foundation, Hopewell Recreation and Parks, City of Hopewell and Tri-Cities Road Runners. The City Point Races, Kids Fun Run and Kinder Dash attract participation from runners, joggers and walkers from all across Central Virginia! The 5k and 10k provide participants with a breathtaking view of the Appomattox River while exploring downtown Hopewell and historic City Point. We encourage participants to pick up their packets on Friday, September 18th. Register early to claim your t-shirt and avoid late fees. No 5k, 10k, or 1/4 miler t-shirts will be available after September 1st! Please visit the race webpage for additional information regarding registration, packet pickup, parking, race route, timing and more! 5K / Quarter Mile Fees: Adults (18+) - $30 through Sept 1 - $40 Sept 2 - Sept 18 Kids (8-17) - Free No t-shirts will be available after September 1st! 10K Fees: Adults (18+) - $45 through Sept 1 - $55 Sept 2 - Sept 18 Kids (12-17) - Free No t-shirts will be available after September 1st! Kids Fun Run and Kinder-Dash – Free, registration required (t-shirt pickup day of race only) Event Details: Friday 3:00 - 6:30 pm - 5k/10k/Quarter Mile Packet Pickup (Kids Fun Run and Kinder-Dash pickup on day of race only) Saturday 6:30 - 7:30 - Packet Pickup 8:00 - City Point 5k/10k/Quarter Mile 8:30-10:00 - there will not be an awards ceremony for the 5k or 10k, but you can check your results (or the results board onsite) and walk to the stage to retrieve your age group award. 10:15 - Kinder Dash 10:30 - Kids Fun Run THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS (FRIDAY OR SATURDAY)
Course & Travel Notes
The City Point Races will start at 8:00 AM, giving runners about two hours after the 6:54 AM sunrise to warm up and prepare. In mid-September, expect typical highs around 82°F and lows near 63°F, with about a 29% chance of measurable rain on race day. The venue sits at a modest 49 feet of elevation, making it relatively flat for racing. Richmond International Airport is conveniently located just 14.2 miles from the race site, providing easy access for traveling participants.
⛰️ 49 ft elevation☀️ Typically 82°F / 63°F · 29% chance of rain✈️ Richmond International Airport (RIC) — 14.2 mi
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 19.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Hopewell, VA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
City Point Races 2026 — Hopewell, VA takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Hopewell, Virginia.
Where is City Point Races 2026 — Hopewell, VA held?
City Point Races 2026 — Hopewell, VA is held at 100 W City Point Rd in Hopewell, Virginia.
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