RIDC + Run Richmond 16.19

Moving Forward Together

The Djimon Hounsou Foundation welcomes the Running Industry Diversity Coalition (RIDC) to Richmond as we celebrate five years of Run Richmond 16.19. Join us September 11–13, 2026, for three days of Black history, culture, movement, and community.

As America marks its 250th anniversary, we invite RIDC members and supporters to experience a weekend that honors the people and stories that shaped this country while looking toward what comes next. Across the weekend, we’ll run through more than 400 years of Black history alongside 40+ community partners and thousands of participants.

We see a natural connection between the work of RIDC and the spirit of Run Richmond 16.19. Both are rooted in the belief that running can create belonging, access, connection, and opportunity.

We’re also honored to welcome Alison Mariella Désir, co-founder and former chair of RIDC, who will take part in this year’s celebration.

250 Years. 25% Off.

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the entire RIDC community receives 25% off registration for Run Richmond 16.19. Your discount will be applied automatically at checkout when you click one of the Register & Save buttons below.

Important: To receive the 25% discount, you must register through one of the Register & Save buttons below this message. The Register button in the top-right navigation—and registration buttons elsewhere on the website—will not apply the discount.

Not ready to sign up yet? Bookmark this page so you can return and still access your savings.

I never lose. I either win or learn. – Nelson Mandela

Location & Date:

• Abner Clay Park, Richmond, Virginia | Sat, Sep 12, 2026 (8:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

Distances & Prices:

• 16.19K Run: currently $112 $84.00 
• 8K Run/Walk: currently $65 $48.75
• Runner & walkers welcome!

Ticket Prices Include:

• Finisher medal designed by African American illustrator Chris Visions
• Participant T-shirt designed by Nigerian artist Shutabug
• Race bib and chip timing
• Free access to the Educational Mobile App
• Free Opening Night, featuring 40+ nonprofit partner organizations and live music
• Free Post-Race Festival, featuring live music, a vendor village, a Black history pop-up exhibit, and a Living Museum experience

Race Courses Highlights:

🏁 Wave Start: Runners will be grouped by pace to ensure a smooth, safe, and motivating experience—for seasoned racers and casual participants alike.

🔥 Route Highlights: Historic Jackson Ward (“Black Wall Street”), the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia, Tredegar Ironworks, T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge, Mayo Bridge, the Henry ‘Box’ Brown Memorial, 1619 Commemoration Point, Tobacco Row, Ancarrow’s Landing, Devil’s Half Acre, the Amanda Gorman sound installation, and vibrant street art celebrating unity and reconciliation.

📱Interactive Mobile App: A GPS-enabled, audio-visual outdoor museum guide narrated by Djimon Hounsou, bringing 400+ years of Black history to life through audio, video, and images as you move along the route.

🚴‍♂️ Lead Bicycle + Pace Runners: Stay on track with a lead cyclist and pace runners helping you reach your goals.

💧 On-Course Water Stations: Evenly spaced to help you power through the course.

🧭 Plan Your Race: Preview our preliminary routes and elevation profiles on our race course pages. Final course subject to minor updates.

🏃 Train with Locals: Join our free training program, hosted by We Off the Couch, and build strength, endurance, and community alongside fellow Richmond-area runners.

⛰️ Conquer the Elevation: Train for the hills or walk and enjoy the view! Our 8K Run/Walk features an elevation gain of 220 feet (67 meters), while the 16.19K Run climbs 272 feet (83 meters).

Packet Pickup:

• Fri, Sep 11: 3:00-6:00 pm, Abner Clay Park
• Sat, Sep 12: 7:00-8:00 am (16.19K Run), Abner Clay Park
• Sat, Sep 12: 7:00-8:45 am (8K Run/Walk), Abner Clay Park

Take a look what our event feels like!