Heatwave Hustle 10k
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Event overview
The Heatwave Hustle on June 28, 2026 is a road race at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley in Winchester, VA (901 Amherst St.). Distances offered:
- 5k
- 10k
Points from the event count toward the Year-Long 5k, 10k, and Back of the Pack series and toward the Spring Series. A virtual race option is available. Registered runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical (Dri-fit) event shirt, and chip timing. The museum is listed as the event’s charity benefactor.
Course and logistics
The route is mostly paved with rolling hills and small sections of gravel. The 5k is one out-and-back; the 10k is two out-and-backs. Water stations are located at approximately mile 1.55 on the 5k, and at miles 1.55, 3.1, and 4.65 on the 10k; Gatorade will be available at some stations. Restrooms are inside the museum. Packet pickup is available at the event; race day registration is offered. T-shirt sizes are guaranteed for runners registered before June 17; shirts after that date are first-come, first-served. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to top two in listed age categories; overall top-three finishers are not eligible for age-group prizes. Final results and series points are posted after the race. Parking is at the museum; a latitude/longitude pin is provided for navigation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.