Lace up your running shoes and leash up your furry friend for the Heritage Humane Society FURever Homes Runs, returning to Williamsburg, VA, on June 13, 2026, for its 7th annual event. This heartwarming race offers distances for every pace, with an 8K, 5K, and a 1-Mile Fun Run, all dedicated to supporting homeless pets in the local community. Typical race day conditions in mid-June feature pleasant highs around 85°F and lows around 66°F, with an 18% chance of precipitation, creating a generally comfortable atmosphere for runners and walkers.

The course, starting and ending at Jamestown High School, promises a scenic and enjoyable experience. Runners will traverse nature-filled paths along sections of the Greensprings Trail, Powhatan Trail, and the Virginia Capital Trail. Described as mostly flat and shaded, these trails weave through protected forest and over picturesque footbridges, offering a beautiful backdrop for your run. As a Colonial Road Runners Grand Prix event, the FURever Homes Runs is recognized for its well-organized and popular format, welcoming participants of all ages and fitness levels.

Beyond the run, the event cultivates a lively, community-focused atmosphere with its "Vendor Village" at Jamestown High School. Here, participants and spectators can enjoy local businesses, food, music, and raffles. Leashed canine companions are heartily encouraged to join in the 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run, adding a unique, "paws-itive" spirit to the day. Water will be readily available for participants, thanks to the Water Sponsor, Spoke + Art Provisions Co.. Every stride taken helps the Heritage Humane Society provide essential care, shelter, and adoption services, making this more than just a race – it's a mission to find FURever homes for animals in need.