38th Annual Galax Autumn Days 5k Run STARTING TIMES 10:00 am - 5K Run (3.1 miles) 9:00 am - 1-Mile Race for kids 12 & under REGISTRATION 8:00 - 9:45 am Saturday, October 17, 2026 in the gymnasium at Felts’ Park. 5K Run registration closes promptly at 9:45 am and for the 1-Mile Kid’s Race at 8:45 am. ENTRY FEE $20.00 for the 5K if postmarked by October 14, 2026. $25.00 October 15 through Race Day. Entry includes an attractive t-shirt. 1-Mile Kid’s Race Free - no t-shirt. AWARDS Overall winners will receive special awards along with their overall awards Awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd each age group both Male/Female. No Double-dipping awards. Higher award will be given if Master Runner (40+) places in the overall standings. Bonus Awards will be given for breaking the Male/Female Overall & Master’s course records. There will continue to be one award for the top Super Master winner (Age 60 +) both male and female. If Super Master’s winners place in the overall or the Masters Div. they are not el
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 17.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Galax, 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
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
