Name: Richmond Cross Country Invitational
Start: 2026-10-02
End: 2026-10-02

We’re a community of runners, hikers, bikers and ballplayers. We’re an outdoor playground, designed by Mother Nature, with class III and IV rapids running right through our downtown. A 52-mile bike trail runs along the James. The Richmond Marathon and Ukrop’s 10k are huge celebrations, and the whole region comes out to cheer on our local teams. In fact, we’re so sports-minded that the Washington Redskins have their training camp right in the center of the city. Add to that awesome hotels, beautiful venues, attractions, art, craft beer, more than 900 restaurants and a convenient location, and you’ve got a top choice for your next sports event. Welcome to RVA!

From indoor to outdoor facilities, the Richmond region has the fields, pitches, diamonds, venues and the dedicated staff to ensure your event is a huge success. 



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The Richmond Cross Country Invitational will be held within Pole Green Park in Mechanicsville on Friday, October 2, 2026, hosted by the University of Richmond and the Collegiate Running Association. This free-admission, family-friendly event welcomes the public to watch college cross country teams from across the country compete on the scenic Pole Green Park Cross Country Course, which features a flat grass-and-dirt surface. The morning begins with the Free Kids 400M Run (10 and under) at 8:30 a.m., National Anthem at 9:00 a.m., followed by the College Men’s 8K at 9:08 a.m. and the College Women’s 6K at 10:00 a.m.

Richmond Cross Country Invitational

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Super 8 by Wyndham Richmond Midlothian Turnpike

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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Richmond Midlothian

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Hyatt Place Richmond/Arboretum

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Extended Stay America Suites- North Chesterfield - Arboretum

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Best Western Plus Governor's Inn

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Richmond Cross Country Invitational

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