Run Damascus

01/14/2026

The 5th Annual Trail Days 5K, Half Marathon, and Run Happy Kids K is on Sunday May 17, 2026. It includes the following events: Trail Days Half Marathon, Osprey Packs Trail Days 5K, and Run Happy Kids K.

01/12/2026

Big plans are in the works for 2026! Register today!

Join us at the Damascus Festival of Miles for a unique timed loop race experience in scenic Damascus, Virginia. Choose from 3, 6, or 12-hour race options, enjoy live music, food trucks, and camp overnight in a beautiful park setting. Register today! See why Damascus Festival of Miles is the best rac...

01/11/2026

SEVEN TRAILS! You've heard the term but what exactly is it? Seven major trails pass through and converge within the town!
Appalachian Trail
Virginia Creeper Trail
Trans-America National Bicycle Trail
Iron Mountain Trail
Daniel Boone Heritage Trail
Crooked Mountain Music Heritage Trail
Virginia’s Birding and Wildlife Trail
Pick your trail and RUN DAMASCUS!

The Damascus Festival of Miles is on Saturday October 3, 2026. It includes the following events: Damascus Festival of Miles - 3 Hour Option, Damascus Festival of Miles - 6 Hour Option, and Damascus Festival of Miles - 12 Hour Option.

01/04/2026

Registration is open for the 2nd Annual Damascus Festival of Miles! The 2025 event was incredibly fun, and 2026 is going to be bigger and better. Put this one on your 2026 race calendar!

10/31/2025

10/30/2025

10/30/2025

10/14/2025

🌟 Top 5 Things to Love About Running on the New River Trail 🌟

1️⃣ Scenic Views – The river, bridges, and Blue Ridge backdrop make every mile unforgettable.

2️⃣ Crushed Gravel Surface – Softer than pavement, kinder on your joints.

3️⃣ Flat & Fast – Perfect for chasing PRs or building endurance.

4️⃣ Historic Charm – Run through old railway cuts, tunnels, and trestles.

5️⃣ Peaceful Miles – Wide, shaded, and free from traffic. It’s just you and the trail.

It’s easy to see why the New River Trail Races are a runner favorite year after year. 🏃‍♀️✨
📅 April 11, 2026 | Fries, VA
💥 Price increase December 1. More info at swvarunning.com

10/13/2025

OFFICIAL RACE PHOTOS ARE HERE!

Thanks to the talented team at Inked Revenants Productions, every sweaty smile, gritty mile, and finish line moment from the Damascus Festival of Miles is now available for you to relive and download!

🖼️ View the full gallery here:
👉 https://www.bbphoto.photos/damascus-music-for-miles-festival

(We recommend using WiFi for the best experience…it’s an app-based site and may load slowly on data.)

The crew went all in and uploaded every single image from the weekend…giving you the full experience. No moment left behind. No paywall. Just all the memories.

Special thanks to Inked Revenants for not only their beautiful photography but also their flexibility and dedication to this event. We're grateful and excited they’ve already booked their return for next year!

Share freely and tag Southwest Virginia Running, Run Damascus and Inked Revenants Productions. And for the music photos add Virginia is for Lovers ❤️

10/11/2025

Runner Story 💬

"I was feeling burnt out of other running events due to cost, disorganization, and the lack of authenticity. This event was everything I needed and is what running should feel like." – 2025 Participant of the New River Trail Races

This is why we do what we do. 🏃‍♀️✨

The New River Trail Races are built on community, authenticity, and the pure joy of running.

📅 Join us on April 11, 2026 in Fries, VA

💥 Register before the December 1 price increase here: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=126064

More info on our events (plus more) here: swvarunning.com