Knight's Gambit 5k
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Event overview
The 2025 Knight’s Gambit 5k & 1.5 Mile takes place on September 28 at Knight’s Gambit Vineyard in Charlottesville, VA. The event offers two distances:
- 1.5 mile
- 5k
The course is a cross country loop around the winery property with some rolling hills. The 5k is run as four laps of the course. The event is chip timed. A virtual race option is available. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. Points from the event count toward the 5k & Back of the Pack Series and the Sippin’ Series.
Logistics and support
Registered runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical (Dri-fit) event shirt, and one glass of wine from Knight’s Gambit Vineyard. T-shirts are guaranteed for runners registered before September 17; extra shirts may be available afterward on a first-come, first-served basis. Packet pickup is available at the event. Race day registration is offered, though shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed for same-day registrants. Registration fees increase by $5 on race morning.
Three water stations are placed on the 5k course at approximately mile markers 0.75, 1.55, and 2.35; one water station is on the 1.5 mile course at about mile 0.75. Gatorade will be available at some water stations. Restrooms are located in the winery and on-site parking is provided; the venue address is 218 Knole Farm Ln., Charlottesville, VA. Live results will be posted online and via a race-day QR code. Awards are given to the top 3 men and women overall and to age-group places. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.