Adoption Day 5K
About this race
Lace up your sneakers and open your hearts!
Join us at Hidden Rock Park for the First-Ever Adoption Day 5K, hosted in proud partnership with Goochland Pet Lovers! Whether you are a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just looking for a fun day out with family and friends, this inaugural event combines fitness, community, and a wonderful cause.
Run, jog, or walk the scenic course through Hidden Rock Park to support local shelter pets, and then stick around for the ultimate post-race celebration!
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Hidden Rock Park (1920 Hidden Rock Lane, Goochland, VA 23063)
Admission: $5 entry fee
Registration required on County Website
Event Highlights
The 5K Run/Walk: Kick off the morning with an energizing 5K through the beautiful trails of Hidden Rock Park.
The Adoption Event: Meet adorable, adoptable pets looking for their forever homes!
Food & Treats: Refuel after the finish line with delicious local food truck and refreshments.
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Running
Goochland County Adoption Day 5K
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Goochland, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:15 AM and sets at 6:41 PM local time (EDT) in Goochland on October 10, 2026 — 11h 26m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 3 Goochland events
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