Salem Distance Run

🏃‍♂️ Salem Distance Run

🎉 51st Anniversary Salem Distance Run

📅 Date

Saturday, August 9, 2025

📍 Location

Longwood Park, 601 E. Main Street, Salem, VA 24153

Races will start in front of the "Shrewd Outdoors" building at 201 E. Main Street

👤 Race Founder

Richard Browder, Retired Track Coach, Roanoke College

🏅 Race Details

• 5K: Race starts at 8:00 a.m., $30.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31, 2025
• 10K: Race starts at 8:00 a.m., $35.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31, 2025
• Kids Run: 1 mile fun run through Longwood Park. Race starts at 7:30 a.m., $20.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31, 2025

🤝 Volunteers

Volunteers are an essential part of our success! Sign up for yourself or a group looking for a fun community service project.

📦 Packet Pickup

Friday, August 8th at RunAbout Sports Roanoke from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. & Saturday, August 9th at Longwood Park from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

📜 Rules & Details

• Registration: Runsignup.com registration is available thru race day. Preferred-sized shirts are available thru July 10, 2025
• Course: The race will start on Main Street and finish at Longwood Park
• Parking: Parking is available at Longwood Park or downtown Salem
• Awards: Award ceremony will be held at the conclusion of the race
• Restrictions: No pets or strollers are permitted

📞 Contact

Salem Parks & Recreation: specialevents@salemva.gov or (540) 375-3057

🌐 Website

For more information, visit the race page at Salem Distance Run.