Brighter Paths Trail 5K

NOV
21
2026
Community 5K on the Mendota Trail with river views; proceeds split equally between Mendota Kids Club and St. Jude.
Sat 21 Nov 2026
5 kilometers

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About the race

Communities In Schools Appalachian Highlands presents the 1st Annual Brighter Paths Trail 5K on 11/21/2026 in Mendota, Virginia. The event is organized with support from Greendale and Valley Institute Elementary Schools and their school running programs. It starts at the Mendota Community Center and follows the Mendota Trail, offering runners and walkers views of the North Fork of the Holston River. There are two registration categories: adults and students under 18.

Registration opens on 9/16/2026 and closes on 11/20/2026. Registration fees are $20.00 for adults and $10.00 for students. Proceeds from the event will be divided equally between the Mendota Kids Club and St.

Jude. The event format is a community 5K run and walk on a trail route. Information on event logistics and entry is provided by the organizer and partner schools. The description above reflects the scheduled date, location, organizing partners, entry categories, fees, and planned allocation of proceeds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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