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Southwest Virginia Running SWVA Running is your one-stop hub for all things related to running in the stunning region of Southwest Virginia.

We are committed to fostering a vibrant running community and race experiences that includes our races & races we support & endorse locally.

THANK YOU, DAMASCUS!!What a weekend.Despite the rain, you showed up…runners, families, friends, volunteers, musicians, l...
10/04/2026

THANK YOU, DAMASCUS!!

What a weekend.

Despite the rain, you showed up…runners, families, friends, volunteers, musicians, locals, and visitors and made the Damascus Festival of Miles exactly what it’s supposed to be: a giant community party with a whole lot of running happening in the middle of it.

And WOW, did the runners bring it this year.

Our overall 12-hour winner ran 66 MILES (a course record AND the longest run of her life)!

Our second-place 12-hour runner logged 64 MILES.

And these two battled it out for the top spot all the way to the very end. That’s one of the things that makes this race so much fun to watch!!! You never quite know what’s going to happen when you’ve got two runners pushing each other mile after mile.

This race is all about runners hanging out with their friends and families. Cheering for people you just met. Sitting around, listening to live music, grabbing something to eat, and enjoying a beautiful little mountain town together.

Basically… it’s a community party with a ridiculous amount of running. And we’re pretty darn proud of that!

A HUGE thank you to everyone who made this weekend possible:

Virginia is for Music Lovers
Creeper Trail Cottages
Our friend Wolf
Every single volunteer who gave their time and energy
The Town of Damascus
Eclipse Entertainment for keeping the music going
And every incredible band who filled Damascus with music:

Jamie Collins
Breadfruit Reggae
Holy Roller
The Roas’nears
Seedpicker Band
Eric Bolander & These A-holes
Ramona & the Holy Smokes
Love Bucket

And, of course, THANK YOU to every runner and community member who came out despite the rain. You could have stayed home. Instead, you put on your rain gear, grabbed your people, and showed up.

Damascus, you brought the heart. And together, we made one hell of a weekend.

Results on RunSignup. Photos coming soon.

Miss the New River Trail Races early bird pricing?Well… we can’t go back in time. We checked. 😂 The $1-per-mile pricing ...
09/30/2026

Miss the New River Trail Races early bird pricing?

Well… we can’t go back in time. We checked. 😂

The $1-per-mile pricing ended at midnight for New River Trail Races, BUT you can jump on the chance for special early bird pricing on another SWVA Running adventure. You can also snag your standard pricing for New River Trail Races in the meantime too…while we have spots open. The New River Trail Races 25k is 70% full and the 50k is 50% full. These distances will likely sell out before race day 🙌🙌

But more importantly…
WOODBOOGER 100 REGISTRATION OPENS OCTOBER 7!

For the first 7 days, you’ll get the $1-per-mile special on all four distances:

🏃‍♀️ 25K
🏃 50K
🔥 100K
💀 100 MILE

So if you missed your shot at New River Trail Races early bird pricing, consider this your redemption arc.

October 7. Be ready.

Get all the Woodbooger details here:
SWVARunning [dot] com

Registration closes THIS FRIDAY!If you’ve been thinking about joining us for miles, music, and a whole lot of fun in Dam...
09/30/2026

Registration closes THIS FRIDAY!

If you’ve been thinking about joining us for miles, music, and a whole lot of fun in Damascus… this is your sign. 👀

We may be able to squeeze in a few race-day registrations depending on remaining supplies but there are NO guarantees, so don’t wait!

Register now and secure your spot, race shirt, and all the Festival of Miles fun! Registration link on SWVArunning [dot] com

See you in Damascus!

With Visit Damascus, Virginia – We just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉
09/29/2026

With Visit Damascus, Virginia – We just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

The Damascus Festival of Miles race shirts are here and we’re pretty excited about them! Registered runners get to choos...
09/29/2026

The Damascus Festival of Miles race shirts are here and we’re pretty excited about them!

Registered runners get to choose ONE race shirt with their registration:

💜 Short sleeve — purple
❤️ Long sleeve — red

And because one shirt is never enough… 😉
Want BOTH? You can purchase an additional shirt on-site for just $25!

Which one are you choosing? 👀
💜 Short sleeve
❤️ Long sleeve
🤩 BOTH!

We’ll see you in Damascus on October 3 for miles, music, and a whole lot of fun!

09/29/2026

Getting race packets and awards ready for Saturday!

Excited to see everyone (rain or shine) at 10 a.m. Oct. 3! Race day registration will be held from 8:30-9:45 a.m. at the Norton Expo Center, 115 8th St. SW.

Online registration closes midnight on Thursday, Oct. 1. See UltraSignup to register online.

Explore Norton VA City of Norton, Virginia High K**b Triple Crown High K**b Outdoor Festival High K**b Destination Center Mountain Fork Half Marathon Fit Farmer 12K Trail Run

These are the final hours to get the lowest price you’ll ever see for the 2027 New River Trail Races in April!!! Prices ...
09/29/2026

These are the final hours to get the lowest price you’ll ever see for the 2027 New River Trail Races in April!!! Prices go to standard pricing after midnight TONIGHT!! We’ve got over 110 sign ups so far… 🙌🙌🙌

2027 is looking to be the biggest and best yet. 💯💯

Some reminders:

- 100 mile and 100k start on Friday April 9th and have 40 hours to finish

- 50k, 25k, 10k, and 5k start on Saturday April 10th and have until 8 PM to finish

- Special surprises for the 100 milers who finish sub-24, sub-30, and sub-36

A little behind-the-scenes preview from today’s race prep 👀💜We’re getting everything ready for Damascus Festival of Mile...
09/26/2026

A little behind-the-scenes preview from today’s race prep 👀💜

We’re getting everything ready for Damascus Festival of Miles on October 3, and here’s a sneak peek at what’s waiting for every race participant:

This year’s race shirt
Your Festival of Miles medal
A Festival of Miles can koozie
And, of course, a whole lot of miles, music, and Damascus magic!

We can’t wait to see these out on the streets and trails of Damascus! 💜🎵🏃‍♀️

October 3 at Damascus, Virginia
Have you registered yet? 👀
SWVARUNNING [dot] com for details

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