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Dust off your running shoes and come support the Louise Archer community at the annual Louise Archer 5K and Sun Run on Sunday, April 12, 2026! Making this a great spring event this year!

Schools are at the heart of every community, and the PTA is right there building the connections between teachers, school staff, students, parents, neighbors and the wider community to support their students. Through events, programs, fundraising and community outreach efforts, PTAs across the country are building their communities and creating ties to the school in fun, engaging and innovative ways.

The Louise Archer 5K and Sun Run is an active, exciting, and FUN way to support and celebrate our school, students, teachers, staff, and community. Join us on Sunday, April 12 The Sun Run kid's run will start at 8:00 am followed be the 5K which starts at 8:30 am.

When: Sunday, April 12, 1K "Sun Run" starts at 8:00 am, 5K starting at 8:30 am

Where: Madison High School, 2500 James Madison Dr, Vienna, VA 22181

Registration Fees:

5k Run/Walk Adult (13 & over): $40 through March 13, $45 March 14 through Race Day

5k Run/Walk Kids (12 & under): $35 through March 13, $40 March 14 through Race Day

1K Fun Run (untimed): $20, through March 13, $25 March 14 through Race Day

Online registration will remain open through race day morning. All registrations must be done online.

Commemorative Race Shirts will be available to everyone for pick up before the race when registered by the end of the day, March 27. For registrations completed after March 27 shirts will not be guaranteed. Be sure to register early!

Awards & Prizes: Overall Male and Female 13 & Over Finisher, Top 12 & Under Male and Female finisher.

Packet Pick up and Late Registration:

Saturday, April 11 at the PR Store-Vienna (111 Maple Ave) from 12:00-3:00 pm.

Then on race day at Madison HS starting at 7:15 am.

PLEASE NOTE: All runners MUST have be registered and have a bib in order to participate in the run. If parents feel the need to run with their student, please be sure to register. Parents registered in the 5K are able to participate with their children in the Sun Run at no additional fee.

Wolftrap 5K & Fun Run Community Celebration - Pajama Jog - Get out of Bed and Run!

Wolftrap Elementary's 5K is more than a race - and there is something for everyone, even if you don't want to run! It is truly a community celebration. This is the Wolftrap Parent Teacher Association's (PTA) largest fundraiser of the year.

Join the Wolftrap Elementary School PTA, students, family, and the community on Sunday, April 19, 2026, for our Annual 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run starting at 8:00 am. The start and finish are at 1903 Beulah Rd, Vienna, VA 22182. Not only can participants enjoy the race and/or fun run, but the morning will also feature music, race awards, a cake walk, raffles of baskets, after-race treats, and much more. This annual 5K and fun run is a community-building event that helps the Wolftrap PTA raise critical funds to enhance students' educational experience at Wolftrap Elementary.

Registration Fees: Everyone must register online. Online registration will close on Sunday, April 19, at 8:00 am

5k Run/Walk Adult (13 & over):$40 through March 15, $45 March 16 through Race Day

5k Run/Walk Child (12 & under): $30 through March 15, $35 March 16 through Race Day

1 Mile Fun Run (untimed): $20 through March 15, $25 March 16 through Race Day

All registrations completed by March 31st are guaranteed a race shirt. After this date, race shirts are not guaranteed.

There will be a $5 registration discount for registrants who "opt out" of a race shirt option.

The deadline for purchasing Wolftrap Pajama Pants is March 31.

The start and finish line are located at the school, 1903 Beulah Rd, Vienna, VA 22182.

The 1-mile fun run/walk will start at 8:00 am, followed by the 5K at 8:30 am (1 hour to complete). Both races begin and end at the school. The event will take place rain or shine. Strollers are welcome at both races. Please be respectful of other runners and start in the back of the group if you are slower.

Packet Pick up and Late Registration: Packet pick-up will be available on Friday, April 17, from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the school. Packet pick-up and walk-in registration will be held on race day, Sunday, April 19, from 7:15 am to 8:15 am at the Wolftrap Elementary School. Participants can register on the day of the event at the packet pick-up.

Awards & Prizes: For the 5k race, trophies and medals will be awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers, including teachers and students. Additionally, medals will be awarded for the top male and top female finisher in each of the following age categories: 4 & under, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 & over.

Thank you for your support!

For more information and to find out what you can do to help at this event, please visit: https://wolftrappta.membershiptoolkit.com/5K_Fun_Run

Vienna Adventist Academy (VAA) is proud to announce our 3rd Annual 5K Fun Run and Walk, at Nottoway Park on April 19, 2026! This exciting community event is designed to promote physical health, mental well-being, and self-acceptance, aligning with our school’s core values of fostering holistic health among students and families.

The theme for this year’s event, “Shine Bright 5K: Run the Light!!” encourages participants of all fitness levels to embrace their own unique wellness journey, celebrate personal progress, and honor the diversity in fitness and health goals. Whether you're running, walking, or simply supporting others, the 5K Fun Run is an opportunity to come together as a community, stay active, and focus on the well-being of our families.

This event will be a celebration of fitness and self-care, providing a space where participants can push themselves while embracing their own health journey. It’s open to students, families, and community members of all ages and abilities! Race starts at 10:00am

Families can register as a group for a discounted rate. Adult t-shirts are included in family registration package. Children shirt's are not included in the family package but can be added on for an additional fee.

Participants that register before Wednesday, March 31st, 2026 are guaranteed to receive a t-shirt. Participants can select "Option for No Shirt" if they do not want to receive a shirt as part of their registration. All participants registering after March 31st are NOT guaranteed a t-shirt.

The Reston Runners are hosting the 13th annual Run Thru Reston Half Marathon & 5K on Sunday, April 26, 2026, 7:30 AM

The racecourse has some rolling hills on beautiful, paved trails. The course will be well marked and lined with friendly and supportive volunteers to boost your spirits along the way. The half marathon and 5K races will both start on the track at South Lakes High School. The Half Marathon will start at 7:30 am, followed by the 5K start at 7:45 am. Both races will finish on the track at South Lakes HS.

The 5K race is perfect for walkers and families who are there to support their half marathon runner. We do not allow pets or strollers on the course.

We provide an extensive post-race feast for all race participants and volunteers. The courses are amply supported with eager volunteers, porta-potties (for the Half Marathon), race-course water and Gatorade. Runners and volunteers receive a technical race shirt and other goodies at packet pick up. Race shirts are guaranteed to participants if they register by April 1, 2025.

Registration Fees:

Half Marathon: Through November 30: $85

December 1 through December 31: $90

January 1 through March 31: $95

April 1 through Race Day: $100

Half Marathon participants will receive a custom bib, commemorative technical shirt, car seat cover, and finisher medal

5K: through November 30: $40

December 1 through December 31:$45

January 1 through Race Day (April 27): $50

5K participants will receive a custom bib and technical race shirt and finisher medal

Online registration will remain open through Race Day, April 26 at 7:00am. All registration must be completed online.

There will be no late/race day paper registration.

Packet pick up:

Saturday, April 25, 10:00am-2:00 pm at South Lakes HS (11400 South Lakes Dr., Reston, VA 20191)

Race Day, Sunday, April 26 starting at 6:00 am at South Lakes HS.

Awards for the Half Marathon and 5K

• Top 3 overall Male & Female winners

• Top 3 male & female finishers in each of the following age groups: Under 15 (for 5K only), 15-19, 20-24,

25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80 & Over.

Note: Runners are eligible for a single award.

Thank you for registering for the Run Thru Reston HALF Marathon and 5K on Sunday, April 26, 2026. We are very excited to have you join us! Contact us with any questions rtrinfo@restonrunners.org. join our Facebook page, on Instagram @restonrunners or check out our website www.restonrunners.org for updates.