Special Olympics Pepsi 10k run / 2 mile walk 2026 — Charlottesville, VA

Date
September 18, 2026
Location
Charlottesville, VA
Venue
Ivy Elementary School (formally Meriwether Lewis Elementary)
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
6:57 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
10K run IN-PERSON (no dogs, no strollers), 2 mile walk IN-PERSON
Includes
Race shirt
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When? Saturday, September 19, 2026 What time? In-person races start at 8 am Where? Ivy Elementary School (formerly Meriwether Lewis Elementary) Why run/walk? ​The money raised from this run will go directly to Local Area 3 Special Olympics. There are no paid positions at the local level, and all the coaches and staff are volunteers. All funds are used to cover the costs of equipment, uniforms, travel to competitions, and educational materials related to Special Olympics. Questions? Please visit the official homepage or contact the race director using the "Race Contact Information" button below.

Course & Travel Notes

The Special Olympics Pepsi 10k run and 2 mile walk takes place in Charlottesville, Virginia on September 18, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM, with sunrise occurring at 6:58 AM that morning. The venue sits at 495 feet elevation, and you can fly into Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO), which is 7.7 miles from the race location. For race day planning, expect typical September weather with highs around 76°F and lows near 58°F, though rain occurs on roughly 29% of days during this time of year.

⛰️ 495 ft elevation☀️ Typically 76°F / 58°F · 29% chance of rain✈️ Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) — 7.7 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Special Olympics Pepsi 10k run / 2 mile walk 2026 — Charlottesville, VA?

Special Olympics Pepsi 10k run / 2 mile walk 2026 — Charlottesville, VA takes place on September 18, 2026. The race is held in Charlottesville, Virginia.

Where is Special Olympics Pepsi 10k run / 2 mile walk 2026 — Charlottesville, VA held?

Special Olympics Pepsi 10k run / 2 mile walk 2026 — Charlottesville, VA is held at Ivy Elementary School (formally Meriwether Lewis Elementary) in Charlottesville, Virginia.

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