A New Chapter of Magic and Imagination Begins!

 

Literacy NRV is thrilled to announce the 2026 Once Upon a Race: A Fantastical 5K—the magical next chapter of our beloved storybook-themed fundraiser! Formerly known as Potter in the Park, our race was reimagined in 2025, inviting you to journey through five enchanting realms inspired by some of your favorite fantasy worlds:

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Wizarding World

Fairy Tale Forest

Yellow Brick Road

Middle-Earth Meadow

Camp Half-Blood

 

As our community grows, so does our commitment to making everyone feel welcome. By expanding the magic beyond a single story, we’re creating space for all readers and dreamers to see themselves in the adventure. We can’t wait for you to race through fairy tale forests, wizarding worlds, and more—all in support of adult literacy in the New River Valley!