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Filthy 5k Mud Run

Friday, May 15 - 6 p.m.
Brown's Island

Results are available:
By Age Group
By Gender

Awards will be mailed by the end of the month

Brightoom's Filthy 5k Mud Run participant photos are posted.

The Filthy 5k Mud Run kicks off Dominion Riverrock with some down and dirty fun.  Start on Brown’s Island and run over to Belle Isle.  A series of unique obstacles awaits as you travel the trails of Belle Isle. Then you'll cross into the dry way and experience the rocks in a whole new way.  Then it's through the river back to Belle Isle. Follow the trails to the eastern tip of the island where you'll get back in the James. Then it's back to Brown’s Island for one final mud pit before you finish in the middle of an outdoor concert.  Just think Woodstock without the drug-crazed hippies.

For a course map, click here.

Check out the event hightlights:



What: Filthy 5k Mud Run
   
When:

Friday, May 15, 6:00 p.m.*

*Runners will be started in 3 waves of up to 250, based on each participant's estimated finish time. The wave breakdowns will be determined once registration is closed.

All participants must check in prior to the race, beginning at 4 p.m.

   
Where: Race starts and finishes on Brown's Island.

Directions:  Take I-95 Exit 74-A onto the Downtown Expressway.  Take first exit on Canal Street heading West.  Make a left onto 5th Street South and take it to the riverfront. 

Parking update: Due to construction of the new MeadWestvaco headquarters on the site of the former Federal Reserve parking lot, the recommended parking location is in the deck of the "Riverside on the James" complex. To access the deck, come south on 10th street and cross the vehicle bridge across the canal into the complex. There is a $5 charge for the deck.

Please note that Tredegar Street between 5th & 7th Streets is closed due to construction. Please do not come down 5th Street to Tredegar Street as access is limited and there is nowhere to make a U-turn. You will only cause traffic backups.

   
Who:

Hosted by Venture Richmond and the Sports Backers - A benefit for the James River Fund.

   
Cost: Through April 30: $20
  May 1 - May 13: $25
 

Includes:  t-shirt, awesome course, recovery food and free concert headlined by Rusted Root.

   
Register:

Online through May 13, or until the race reaches capacity (750), whichever comes first. THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION!

Entries are non-refundable and non-transferable.

   
Entry Confirmation: Click here to see if your entry has been received.  No confirmations will be mailed.
   
Packet Pickup: On Brown's Island beginning at 4 p.m. on Race Day.
   
Bag Check : Bag check will be available on Brown's Island beginning at 5 p.m.
   
Prizes:

Awarded to overall male and female winner.
Age Group Awards, top three.
19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

Awards for "Best Mud" and "Best Costume" will also be handed out.

   
Tips & Safety:
  • Wear your grungy clothes and old sneakers, because more than likely they won't be going home with you
  • There will be a rinse off area for participants
  • Bring a big trash bag, dry clothes and a towel
  • Leave your jewelry at home
  • Drink fluids before, during, and after your race
  • Do not dive head first into the mud pit
  • This is a fun run so help your neighbor if he or she needs help
  • There will be medical staff along the course and finish line
  • We are not responsible for your personal gear
   
Event Charity: The James River Fund is the official charity of the Filthy 5k Mud Run. Venture Richmond and the Sports Backers have created the James River Fund to provide grants to volunteer groups working to enhance recreational use of the public parks along the James River. When you register, please consider making a donation to James River Fund to provide funds for improved river access, clean up activities and trail construction and maintenance.
   
More Info: Email the Sports Backers
   
 

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Questions or problems? Email the Sports Backers.

PRIVACY STATEMENT

Metropolitan Richmond Sports Backers
100 Avenue of Champions, Suite 300 • Richmond, VA 23230
ph: (804) 285-9495 • e: info@sportsbackers.org