RTA - Richmond Hebrew Day School proudly presents the RTA Run-A-Latke , presented by the Habib Family, on Sunday, December 6, 2026! The race will begin and end at the Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave , and loop through the residential area across the street. The 5K starts at 9:00 am and the 1 Miler starts at 9:15 am. There will also be a virtual 5K option that will take place on December 6th. Enjoy a festive post-race party in the JCC with hot chocolate, donuts, and of course, latkes ! All profits from the race support education at RTA - Richmond Hebrew Day School. See below for more information about RTA. Event Details and Fees 5K This is an in-person 5K. The 5K will be chip-timed by Commonwealth Timing, and the chip-timed results will be posted on their website. You must wear the bib number assigned to you. Participants of all abilities are welcome. Race time: 9:00 am Registration fees : September 10 - November 6 $35 per person (plus processing fee) November 7 - December 5: $45 per person (plus processing fee) December 6: $50 per person (plus processing fee) 1 Miler This is an in-person fun run/walk. The 1 Miler will be chip-timed by Commonwealth Timing, and the chip-timed results will be posted on their website. You must wear the bib number assigned to you. Participants of all abilities are welcome. Race Time: 9:15 am Registration fees : September 10 - November 6: $25 per person (plus processing fee) November 7 - December 5: $30 per person (plus processing fee) December 6: $35 per person (plus processing fee) Virtual 5K This is a virtual 5K. Participants of all abilities are welcome. Registration fees : September 10- November 6: $35 per person (plus processing fee) November 7 - December 6: $45 per person (plus processing fee) Should you need financial assistance, please contact the race director. Kids under 5 are free and will not receive a race t-shirt unless t-shirts are requested and paid at the time of registration. Refund Policy : If the race is canceled for any reason, the registration fee is non-refundable . Participants will still receive their t-shirts and medals if desired. In-Person Courses & Course Rules 5K The in-person 5K starts and ends at the Weinstein JCC. The 5K will be chip-timed by Commonwealth Timing, and the chip-timed results will be posted on their website. You must wear the bib number assigned to you. The 5K is a family-friendly event, start time 9:00am - Participants of all abilities are welcome! - Runners or walkers with strollers or wheelchairs/assistive devices are permitted. If you run or walk with a stroller or are mobile via a wheelchair, we ask that you start at the rear of the starting corral. - Registrants receive long sleeve performance shirts. Register early to guarantee your size! - The top 5K finishers will receive prizes. All finishers will receive medals. There will be one (1) water station on the course. There will be water and other refreshments after the race. 1 Miler The 1 Miler also starts and ends at the Weinstein JCC. The course is a 1 mile loop and will be timed by Commonwealth Timing, and the chip-timed results will be posted on their website. You must wear the bib number assigned to you. The 1 Mile is a family-friendly event, start time 9:15am - Participants of all abilities are welcome! - Runners or walkers with strollers or wheelchairs/assistive devices are permitted. - Registrants receive short sleeve t-shirts. Register early to guarantee your size! - The top 1 Mile finishers will receive prizes. All finishers will receive medals. Virtual 5K The virtual 5K is an individualized, untimed event designed for those who can’t make it in person, but still want to participate! - Complete the 5K on the course of your choice! No bibs given. - Times are not recorded or posted. - Long sleeve performance shirts and medals for local registrants only . Shirts and medals must be picked up in person; we do not ship shirts and medals. Please note that you are responsible for your safety for all events. Be alert, watch for traffic, and pay attention to fellow participants and course marshals. Should the weather impact the RTA Run-A-Latke, you will be notified Saturday night, December 5th. Packet Pickup for In-Person Events Please pick up your race shirt and bib at Lucky Road Run Shop in the Willow Lawn Shopping Center on either Sunday, November 29th from 12:00-2:00pm or Thursday, December 3rd from 4:30-6:00pm. We strongly encourage you to pick up your race items before the race day. Day-of pickup will begin at 8:00am at the Weinstein JCC. Please allow extra time for waiting in line. Please wear your bib on the front of your shirt, about chest height. Only wear the bib number assigned to you - both races are chip-timed to your bib number. Race results and finish line photos can be found at www.commonwealthtiming.net. On-site registration (payment by credit card only - no cash or checks accepted) will be available at check-in on race day. Awards 5K Awards Gift certificate
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RTA Run-A-Latke 2026 — Richmond, VA takes place on December 6, 2026. The race is held in Richmond, Virginia.
Where is RTA Run-A-Latke 2026 — Richmond, VA held?
RTA Run-A-Latke 2026 — Richmond, VA is held at 5403 Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.
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