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Labor Day Special!

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You are the One we have been waiting for!

About the Event

A warm welcome to the 5-year anniversary of RUN RICHMOND 16.19—a vibrant celebration of movement, culture, and community. Our run-or-walk event is open to all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, taking you on an inspiring journey through 400+ years of Black history.

This event is organized by the Djimon Hounsou Foundation (DHF) in close collaboration with the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia, Sports Backers, and 40+ community partners.

You are the One we have been waiting for!

Location & Date:

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

Distances & Prices:

16.19K Run: currently ~~$112~~ $100.80 (prices increase over time)
8K Run/Walk: currently ~~$65~~ $58.50 (prices increase over time)
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

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

Step into History!

Djimon Hounsou Foundation presents

16.19K Run

16.19 kilometers | 10.06 miles

This unique race course of 16.19 kilometers allows you to embark on a journey of more than 400 years of Black history. You will be transported back in time to experience the Transatlantic Slave Trade, the American Civil War, the Jim Crow Era, the Civil Rights Movement, as well as present-day reflections on Black history, culture and community.

Event Date: Sat, Sep 12, 2026
Start/Finish: Abner Clay Park, Richmond, VA
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Minimum Pace: 18 min/mile (3.3 mi/h | 5.4 km/h)

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Djimon Hounsou Foundation presents

8K Run/Walk

8.1 kilometers | 5.0 miles

Our short distance of 8.1 kilometers (5.0 miles) is the ideal choice to run or walk with your entire family through more than 400 years of Black history. Our cut-off-times are very walker-friendly. Unless you’re on crutches, you’ll make it to the finish line on time.