Galax, VA
Race Details
Galax Autumn Days 5K Run
Galax Autumn Days 5K Run is an upcoming race scheduled for Sat, Oct 17 2026 in Galax, VA (America/New York timezone).
Register
- 2026-10-17
Race Date
- Open
Registration Status
- Galax, VA
Location
Event Schedule
Here is the latest schedule of events:
| Name | Distance | Type | Price | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Run | 5K | running_only | $25.00 | 10/17/2026 10:00 |
| 1 Mile Fun Run | 1 Miles | virtual_race | $0.00 | 10/17/2026 09:00 |
Galax Autumn Days 5K Run Race Details
The latest details from your Race Directors:
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 eligible for the Super Master award No Double-dipping awards in age groups/masters divisions.
RACE COURSE
The Galax Autumn Days 5K Run and 1-Mile Kid’s Race both start and finish in Felts’ Park at 601 South Main Street, Galax, VA. The 5K course is flat as it follows Chestnut Creek with a ½ mile stretch of the course being run on the New River State Park.
AGE GROUPS – MALE/FEMALE
10 & Under 35 – 39 65 – 69
11 – 14 40 – 44 70 – 74
15 – 19 45 – 49 75 – 79
20 – 24 50 – 54 80 & Over
25 – 29 55 – 59
30 – 34 60 – 64
COURSE RECORDS
Thomas Curtin 14:40 (2014)
Natalie Sherbak 16:58 (2008)
DIRECTIONS TO 5K RACE
Exit 14, I-77 at US 58. Go west 58 until the intersection of US 58 and Rt. 89 take a left on Rt. 89 (Main Street) and go 8 blocks. Felts’ Park is located on the left. Race begins and ends in the Felts’ Park area.
Race Director: Tony Quesenberry tquesenberry@galaxva.com
Race Date
(America/New York timezone)