Run Fest at Panorama Farms
About this race
Join us for Run Fest at Panorama Farms, a one-of-a-kind running festival combining trail racing, team relays, local brews, live music, and community celebration at the iconic Panorama Farms.
Designed for runners of all levels, Run Fest offers multiple ways to participate: a scenic 4-mile trail race, a fast and fun 4×1-mile relay, and the 1-mile Fun One, a low-pressure option for runners, walkers, dogs, and children. Participants can choose one event - or tackle all three - for a full day of movement and celebration.
Following the races, the finish line turns into a festival atmosphere featuring live music, food trucks, and local beverages, including beer from Random Row Brewing Co.. Friends, families, and spectators are encouraged to cheer runners on and enjoy the festivities.
Run Fest takes place at Panorama Farms, a nationally recognized cross-country venue that is typically closed to the public, making the event a rare opportunity to experience the trails and rolling hills firsthand.
Proceeds from Run Fest benefit the UVA Innovation Hub at Charlottesville Middle School, supporting computationally rich, project-based learning experiences for students and teachers throughout Charlottesville City Schools.
Registration is now open, with special pricing available for early registrants through the end of January. Additional event details, schedules, and registration information can be found at www.runfestva.org
Pick your distance
Running
Run Fest Trail 4-Miler
This four-mile loop features groomed single-track trails winding through the woods with beautiful views overlooking the reservoir. It’s the perfect introduction to trail running for newer racers, while offering experienced runners a fast, flowing course where you can really open up and fly.
Run Fest Relay
Love to run but craving that team energy instead of going solo? Want the chance to push yourself and cheer on three of your friends as you take on other teams? The Run Fest Relay is for you! Each of the four team members will complete the same one-mile loop on Panorama’s grass championship cross-country course - fast, fun, and perfect for spectators.
Run Fest Fun One
Want to take on the same one-mile course as the relay, but your three running buddies are out of town? Curious how fast you and your leashed dog can cover a mile? Or maybe you just want to soak in the scenery with a relaxed walk around Panorama Farms? The Fun One is the answer! This inclusive, family-friendly mile welcomes runners, walkers, kids, strollers, and leashed dogs - anyone who wants to be part of the Run Fest fun.
Double Race Discount: Run Fest Trail 4-Miler + Run Fest Relay
Run more, save more! If you plan on running both the Run Fest 4-Miler and the Run Fest Relay, this one's for you.
Double Race Discount: Run Fest Trail 4-Miler + Run Fest Fun One
Run more, save more! If you plan on running both the Run Fest Trail 4-Miler and the Run Fest Fun One, this one's for you.
Triple Header: All Three Run Fest Events (excluding the 24 Hour Challenge)
Going all out with all three Run Fest events? We tip our hats to you. Get a special discount price for taking on everything we have to offer.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 2 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Earlysville.
About Earlysville
Run Fest at Panorama Farms takes place in Earlysville, Virginia, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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