VCF 2027 Winter Running Training Teams 2026
- Date
- 2 race dates, December 5, 2026 to January 2, 2027
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Entry fee
- From $75 · goes up to $80 on Nov 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Dec 5, 2026 | ||||
| 2027 One City Half Marathon 13.1 Weekend -- March 7th. | Half Marathon | Dec 5, 20267:30 AM | $75$80 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| 2027 One City Marathon 26.2 Weekend -- March, 7th | Marathon | Dec 5, 20267:30 AM | $75$80 after Nov 2, 2026 | – |
| 2027 Virginia Credit Union River City Half 13.1 -- March 6th. | Half Marathon | Dec 5, 20267:30 AM | $75$80 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| 2027 Yuengling Shamrock 13.1 Weekend -- March, 21st. | Half Marathon | Dec 5, 20267:30 AM | $75$80 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| 2027 Yuengling Shamrock 26.2 Weekend -- March, 21st. | Marathon | Dec 5, 20267:30 AM | $75$80 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| I Just Want to Run on Saturday with VCF runners. | – | Dec 5, 20267:30 AM | $75$80 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
| VCF's Walking Team | – | Dec 5, 20267:30 AM | $75 | – |
| Saturday, Jan 2, 2027 | ||||
| 2027 Boston Marathon Training -- April,19th | Marathon | Jan 2, 20277:30 AM | $75$80 after Nov 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Half Marathon fee goes up to $80 on Nov 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 2027 One City Half Marathon 13.1 Weekend -- March 7th. and 2027 One City Marathon 26.2 Weekend -- March, 7th and 2027 Virginia Credit Union River City Half 13.1 -- March 6th.: $75 until Oct 30, then $80 until Feb 1.
- 2027 Yuengling Shamrock 13.1 Weekend -- March, 21st. and 2027 Yuengling Shamrock 26.2 Weekend -- March, 21st. and I Just Want to Run on Saturday with VCF runners. and 2027 Boston Marathon Training -- April,19th: $75 until Oct 30, then $80 until Mar 1.
- VCF's Walking Team: $75 until Mar 1.
Online registration closes Mar 1, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $75, entry is about 12 percent below a typical marathon in Virginia, which costs $85 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a marathon in Virginia runs 4:15:36, about 9:45 a mile, based on 10 races with published results. Women typically finish in 4:28:49 and men in 4:03:49.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:09 AM, and the 2027 One City Half Marathon 13.1 Weekend -- March 7th. starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 200 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
"The Lawn" Lucky Road Run Center, Richmond, VA 23230
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around December 5 the day usually runs from 35°F at dawn to 50°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 26°F and hot years reach 64°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- "The Lawn" Lucky Road Run Center, Richmond, VA 23230Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 200 feet
- Included with entry
- VCF Technical Short Sleeve For All Registrations; VCF Technical Short Sleeve; T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Half Marathon, Marathon
- Editions
- 2027 (Jan 2, 2027), 2026 (Dec 5, 2026), 2025 (Dec 6, 2025), 2024 (Nov 30, 2024), 2023 (Dec 2, 2023), 2022 (Dec 3, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is VCF 2027 Winter Running Training Teams?
- It runs on 2 dates from December 5, 2026 to January 2, 2027. The next is Saturday, December 5, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $75 before processing fees, and rises to $80 on Nov 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Mar 1, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Virginia?
- At $75, entry is about 12 percent below a typical marathon in Virginia, which costs $85 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- Half Marathon, Marathon.
- Where does it start?
- "The Lawn" Lucky Road Run Center, Richmond, VA 23230.
From the organizers
Virginia Capital Fitness, LLC, 2027 Winter Marathon Training Teams begin on Saturday, December 6th, 2026, using Willow Lawn's 38 acres for parking and team gatherings. As RVA's premier Winter Marathon Training Team, VCF has the best resources to make your winter training experience truly awesome. VCF has coaches for all paces, including runners with paces above 10:00 MPM.
VCF offers training covering all the 2027 spring races: 13.1 and 26.2. Comprehensive training plans are provided for Shamrock, One City, Sports Backers' Virginia Credit Union River City Half, and the Boston Marathon, and will be available for all paid participants:
Incredible and safe running routes.
Free excellent short-sleeved technical team shirt.
25 VCF Coaches with many Nationally Certified in Long-Distance running.