Every regsitrant (both In-Person & Virtual*) for the Half Marathon, 10 Miler, and 5k will receive the following: 

• Specialty Performance Tech Tee 
• Novelty Run Cup 
• 1 free beverage (alcoholic or non-acoholic) to be redeemed at our Party Zone
• Runner Bib 
• 10% Discount to the Cap Trail Store

Mummy Mile Participants will receive: 

• Specialty Performance Tech Tee 
• Novelty Run Cup 
• Runner Bib

In addition, all finishers will receive a medal for completing their distance! 

*All Virtual participants will need to provide their results to earn their medal

Half Marathon: We welcome participants ages 12 & older

10 Mile: We welcome participants 9 & above

5k: We welcome runners 5 & above 

Mummy Mile: This event is only available to participants 12 and under

Yes, there are age-based discounts for runners of each distance that are old enough to participate but still under 19. The discount will always be $15 less than the adult price point at that period in time.

To transfer to another distance or to switch to a virtual distance, please use this handy guide developed by RunSignUp. 

If you run into any issues, you can email info@virginiacapitaltrail.org and we would be more than happy to help you.

es, once online registration closes you will be able to register in-person during either of our two Packet-Pickup windows.

Option 1

Friday, October 23

3:00 - 6:00 pm 

Lucky Road Run Shop - Willow Lawn (1601 Willow Lawn Dr Suite 838, Richmond, VA 23230)

Option 2

Saturday, October 24 

7:00 - 10:00 am 

Start/Finish at Wharf St Lot (3115 Wharf St, Richmond, VA 23223)

Unfortunately, there is no deferment provision for our events and like most non-profits, the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation has an established no-refund event policy. Our registration waiver/policy is outlined below.

Our registration waiver states “registrations are non-refundable, non-transferable, and may not be deferred to another year.  The Cap Trail Classic takes place rain or shine.  In case of severe weather, VCTF reserves the right to cancel/alter/modify the race for safety concerns.  We do not refund race fees, transfer registration to another year, or transfer registration to other racers. In the unlikely case the run is canceled, you may claim your registration fee as a tax-deductible donation.”

We would be more than happy to provide you with a letter confirming your tax-deductible donation to the VCTF if the event is canceled or you are not able to participate for any reason. We also encourage registrants to shift their participation to virtual in the case of cancellation or missing the event.

There are two options for Packet Pick-Up. It is essential that you select the Packet Pick-Up Date you plan on attending during registration. If your plans change as the event gets closer, you will have until Friday, October 16th to update your Packet Pick-Up location by following the instructions on this guide created by RunSignUp. 

Option 1

Friday, October 23

3:00 - 6:00 pm 

Lucky Road Run Shop - Willow Lawn (1601 Willow Lawn Dr Suite 838, Richmond, VA 23230)

Option 2

Saturday, October 24 

7:00 - 10:00 am 

Start/Finish at Wharf St Lot (3115 Wharf St, Richmond, VA 23223)

Please bring a valid photo ID with you to Packet Pick-Up. If you are picking up a friend's Packet, please bring a copy or a photo of their valid ID. We will not share yours or their Packet with you otherwise.

Yes, someone can pick up your Packet for you. However, they must have a copy of your photo ID to do so. This could also include a photograph of your ID. We will not otherwise share your Packet with them. 

Parking will be available on a first come, first served basis at the Stone Brewing Williamsburg Avenue Lot (3401 Williamsburg Ave) and the Stone Brewing Nicholson Street Lot (16 Nicholson St, Richmond, VA 23231). The Williamsburg Ave lot will fill up. Dispersed street parking will also be available. General parking will NOT be available in the Wharf Street cobblestone lot.

We strongly encourage public/alternative transit! The GRTC Pulse rapid transit bus is FREE. There is a bus stop one block away from the Start/Finish line. Bicycle parking will be available in the Nicholson Street parking lot (bring a bike lock).

Additional parking is available in the Gillies Creek lot on Stony Run Rd off of Williamsburg Ave.  Street parking is available along E Main St and in the Rocketts Landing neighborhood.

If you are in need of Accessible Parking, please contact steph@virginiacapitaltrail.org.

More information coming soon, stay tuned!

More information coming soon, stay tuned!

Big news—we’re throwing our first official on-site After Party and Awards Ceremony!

Cross the finish line and keep the momentum going with well-deserved drinks, snacks, live music, and a vendor expo. As each race wraps up, we’ll take the mic to celebrate and announce our Top Finishers for every distance. Come for the victory lap, stay for the good vibes!

More information coming soon, stay tuned!

Yes, the course time limit is 3.5 hours, which should ensure a finish time for anyone who can keep a 16 min per mile pace (for the Half Marathon). This should allow for a brisk walking pace or faster. 

More information coming soon, stay tuned!

Headphones are strongly discouraged as we hope to promote safety and social interaction while being on the Trail.

Absolutely! Please email us at info@virginiacapitaltrail.org if you need to arrange an earlier start time to avoid heavy traffic at the Start line.

No, you may not run with a baby stroller, but you can run with an approved United Athletics assisted device. 

Only service dogs are allowed in the race if they are necessary to guide the participant.  Otherwise, your dog is welcome at the  After Party and Awards Ceremony if they behave well in crowds and with other animals.

Yes, there will be water stations located periodically along the course! However, there will be no cups at the water stops. Please bring your own water bottles, bladders, or collapsible cups. We will also include a novelty plastic (non-collapsible) cup in each of your packets in case you need it. Thank you for supporting a sustainable future by reducing single-use cups!

Stay tuned for more information on the exact locations of the hydration stops on the course.

Yes, there will be accessible and standard port-a-john facilities located in the Wharf St lot near the Start/Finish line. 

For 10 Mile and Half Marathon runners, a second accessible and standard port-a-john facility will be located at the water stop at Antioch Baptist Church in Varina.

Yes, bag check will be located at the VCTF Information booth, directly next to the Packet Pick-Up booth near the Start/Finish line. 

More information coming soon, stay tuned!