Dashing Thru Damascus

DEC
5
2026
Dashing thru Damascus on December 5, 2026 pairs rail trail running in Damascus, VA with an optional polar plunge and sauna for a winter event.
Sat 5 Dec 2026
Half Marathon 5 kilometers

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Dashing thru Damascus

Dashing thru Damascus is a trail running event in Damascus, VA on December 5, 2026, presented by Trail Town Fitness. The event uses the Creeper Trail rail trail and the town streets of Damascus and includes running distances plus an optional Polar Plunge and sauna at the Trail Town Fitness building. The course on the Creeper Trail follows a 34 mile crushed limestone path popular for scenic recreation. Participants can expect gravel and rail trail surfaces, some sidewalk sections, and one road crossing.

The event lists organized distances and activities, water and gels at aid stations on the half marathon, and a winter market in town the same day. The weekend features local holiday activities such as a parade on December 4 and a holiday market on December 5. Race policies cover registration, transfers, deferrals, refunds, participant conduct, minors, and race day procedures and are provided by the organizer. Registration closes December 3, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • 5k
  • Half Marathon
  • Polar Plunge and Sauna
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
5 km
1 Kilometer

Events nearby

Community 5K in Abingdon, VA on September 19, 2026 supporting Literacy Partners with a $20 registration and proceeds directed to literacy programs and a NYC Marathon fundraiser.
A timed loop running festival in Damascus Town Park offering 3 hour, 6 hour and 12 hour races on a scenic one mile loop, with camping for registered runners, live music, food trucks, aid stations, and awards.
Fundraiser run on the Virginia Creeper Trail offering 5K and half marathon distances with proceeds supporting Project Crossroads in Southwestern Virginia.
A 100 mile point to point on the Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon, Virginia. USATF certified course with crew access, well stocked aid stations and chip timing, serving as the final leg of the From Start to Heart series.
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