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Woodbooger 5K

Name: Woodbooger 5K
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2026-09-26
Location: Norton

Norton, United States • 26 Sep 2026

Woodbooger 5K

The Woodbooger 5K is a road and trail race scheduled for September 26, 2026, in Norton, Virginia. The race takes place on the city's Flag Rock Area Trails within the Flag Rock Recreation Area and is presented by the City of Norton.

The race is part of the three day Woodbooger Festival, held September 25 to 27, which highlights Norton’s natural resources, local folklore, and history. The festival references the mythical Woodbooger, described as a Bigfoot like creature said to roam the Flag Rock Recreation Area. The festival schedule includes a variety of family friendly activities.

Registration for the event is offered through an online registration system and closes on September 24 at 11:59 PM ET. The published entry price is US$33.50. Event proceeds are designated to benefit the continuation of the Woodbooger Festival.

Information available for the event specifies the location, festival context, registration deadline, and entry price. Additional details about the trail system and recreation area are provided by the City of Norton and local trail resources. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Norton

Race information

Website Registration

5 km

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

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