2026 Black Walnut Festival Nut Run 5K - Stride & Stroll Race Series

The Nut Run 5K returns as part of the Black Walnut Festival, offering a fun and active way to celebrate one of Spencer's most anticipated weekends. Hosted in partnership with PATCH, Jack Garrett Ford, Roane General Hospital, and the City of Spencer, the event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages.

Whether you're chasing a personal record, enjoying a walk with friends, or spending time with family, there's a place for everyone at the starting line.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, October 11

Location: Heritage Park Community Building

110 Church St., Spencer, WV 25276

Schedule

Sign-Ups: 10:00 AM

Race Start: 11:00 AM

Entry Fees

Race Day Registration: $20

Pre-register by Thursday, October 8th at noon and save $5!

Kids 10 & under: $5

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this long-standing Spencer tradition—register today and join the fun!

Awards:

Overall Female Runner

Overall Male Runner

Overall Female Walker

Overall Male Walker

Overall Youth Winner (age 12 and under)

Thank you to the 2026 Stride & Stroll Race Series Sponsors!

A&M Digital Technologies

City of Spencer

Family Health Care

Hall's Excavating

HandiMart

Jack Garrett Ford

Roane General Hospital

Sign up for our race series email list at http://eepurl.com/hSNs-5

Learn all about the annual Black Walnut Festival at www.wvblackwalnutfestival.org

Community event in Spencer, Roane County, WV 25276.