Ogden Newspapers WVU Medicine Wellness Weekend 2026

The Ogden Newspapers WVU Medicine Wellness Weekend takes place May 23 in Wheeling, WV, featuring multiple distances: 13.1-mile and half-marathon walk options starting at 7:10 AM and 7:12 AM respectively, a 5K run at 7:40 AM and 5K walk at 7:50 AM, a 1-mile fun run at 8:00 AM, a 1.5-mile event, and a 100-yard race. Packet pickup occurs at WesBanco Arena, 2 14th Street, with sessions Friday 12:00–6:00 PM and Saturday 6:00–8:00 AM. Pre-registered participants receive a race shirt; all finishers earn medals presented at the finish line. Amenities include race towels, bottled water, fresh fruit, and one food voucher per participant. Awards span multiple age groups and divisions for each distance, with a recovery party opening at 7:30 AM.