Harrisonburg, the Outdoor Recreation Capital of the Shenandoah Valley, offers competitive opportunities for trail running, cycling and more. The City and surrounding areas have lined up a series of races this fall inviting participants to discover gravel trails, conquer mountain paths, and soak in all the breathtaking landscapes the area has to offer.

Bicycle
25th Annual Shenandoah Mountain 100 – An epic 100-mile backcountry bike race through George Washington National Forest
41st Shenandoah Valley Century – The region’s oldest bicycle event
Go Nuts or Go Home XC | DH | Enduro Mountain Bike Race – Beckons adventure junkies to zoom down mountain trails
Alpine Loop Gran Fondo – Cyclists race through the streets of downtown Harrisonburg

Running
Grindstone Trail Running Festival – Runners will push their endurance while racing through acres of national forest on three unique courses including 100M, 100K, and 21K distances. 

Fun/Family Friendly
Run the Runway 5K & Kids Fun Run – Runners of all ages and skill levels race on a real airport runway