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The Orchard Dash 10k

Name: The Orchard Dash 10k
Start: 2026-08-30
End: 2026-08-30
Location: North Garden

North Garden, United States • 30 Aug 2026

The Orchard Dash 5k and 10k

The Orchard Dash is a cross-country running event held at Albemarle CiderWorks in North Garden, Virginia. The event features a course that was first introduced in 2025, providing participants with the opportunity to run through the grounds of a rural orchard setting located on Rural Ridge Lane.

The event offers several participation options:

5 km run
10 km run
Virtual race with medal and shirt
Virtual race with medal only
Virtual race without medal or shirt

Participants can take part in the 5k or 10k distances on-site or choose a virtual format for remote participation. Registration fees vary based on the selected distance and the date of registration. Following the race, participants have the opportunity to stay for cider at the orchard. The event also provides options for registration transfers and volunteer opportunities for those interested in supporting the race operations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia North Garden

Race information

Registration

10 km

10k

5 km

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

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