Anywhere, IA
Run (or walk) your Virtual 5K wherever you want. We’ll ship the goodie bag, medal, and personalized bib right to you!
Questions? Check out our Virtual Run FAQs!
What is the America Runs Virtual 5K? We hear a ton of feedback every day from our participants (or those who want to be participants) asking for more Virtual Run options, which is why we’re introducing the America Runs 5K race series! Run (or walk) the distance you pick wherever you want. We’ll ship the goodie bag, medal, and personalized bib right to you.
Where can I run/walk? Anywhere! This is your virtual run, and we want you to complete it wherever and whenever you want. Sidewalks, paths, treadmill–make this race your own! Want to make this a family run or walk with a stroller or Fido? Now’s the chance! We just ask that you tag us @americaruns on Facebook, or @americarunstogether on Instagram so we can see these great photos!
What items are included with the America Runs Virtual 5k? Every participant will receive an America Runs 5k branded: Finisher Medal; Ultra-soft T-Shirt; Distressed Trucker Hat; Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle; Products and Coupons from some of your favorite running brands and future events.
When do I need to complete my run? In order to download a Finisher’s Certificate, we ask that you complete your run prior to September 30th, 2020.
Do I need to submit results to get a medal? Your medal will be mailed to you with your packet, but when once you complete your run, you can Log Your Results and complete other post-race experience actions, like download your personalized Finisher’s Certificate and see how you rank on the leaderboard of other participants. You can upload your photos, crop and add filters, and add a America Runs Virtual overlay to share on social and show off your well-earned medal!
How do I track my distance and time? For the Virtual Run, we accept results on the honor system, but the most accurate tracking is typically via a device with GPS tracking.
When will my packet ship? Packets will begin shipping week of August 17th, 2020. After that, packets will be shipped within 10-14 business days. The virtual race is currently only open to US addresses within the contiguous United States. At this time, we cannot ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or anywhere internationally.
Do you ship internationally? The America Runs Virtual 5k is currently available only for addresses within the contiguous United States. We cannot ship outside the United States at this time.
What do I do if my goodie bag doesn’t fit? Can I swap it? We do not offer any size exchanges post packet shipment. All changes to sizes need to be made prior to confirming registration. We highly recommend that all participants take care to view the sizing chart to order the correct size. Please see the sizing chart on the Goodie Bag page, or in the FAQs below.
Finisher Certificate
Your medal will be mailed to you with your packet, but once you complete your run, you can Log Your Results and complete other post-race experience actions, like download your personalized Finisher’s Certificate and see how you rank on the leaderboard of other participants. You can upload your photos, crop and add filters, and add a America Runs Virtual overlay to share on social and show off your well-earned medal!
Click the blue Actions button on your Virtual Run registration, and then click “Log Result” to enter your time. Once you’ve entered your run time, click the Finisher Certificate button in the same place to download your personalized Finisher Certificate.
View the Leaderboard
You can also view your ranking online and see how you compare to other Virtual Participants. Click on View Leaderboard below and scroll down to see how you rank overall and within your age group.
