Heroes vs. Villains Run for Justice 5K

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.

Walk4Inclusion is a cornerstone event within EquallyAble’s nationwide inclusion efforts, bringing communities together to advance dignity, access, and opportunity for people of all abilities.

The 2026 Walk4Inclusion takes place Sunday, April 12, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Fairfax Corner, featuring a timed 5K and an untimed 1K Fun Run. Proceeds directly support EquallyAble’s mission to build a more inclusive society for people with disabilities and their families.

Join EquallyAble and the Fairfax community for Walk4Inclusion 2026, a high-energy, all-abilities celebration of inclusion, movement, and belonging. Whether you’re running for a personal best or walking alongside family and friends, this event invites everyone to participate—at any pace.

Our 1K Fun Run is specifically aimed at children with disabilities and their families. We’ve moved the start time to 10:00 AM to allow for a more relaxed arrival, ensuring a supportive and celebratory environment for every participant.

Participants may choose:

• Timed 5K, 9:00 am– for runners and walkers seeking an official finish time

• Untimed 1K Fun Run, 10:00 am* – A joyful, untimed 1K designed for children and adults of all abilities. Bring the whole crew—parents, grandparents, friends—walk, run, or roll. Strollers and wheelchairs welcome.

Walk4Inclusion is intentionally designed to be accessible and welcoming to all abilities. Every registration helps EquallyAble expand inclusive programs, advocacy, and support services that empower individuals to live with independence and purpose.

All participants receive an official event t-shirt and finisher medal. T-shirt availability is guaranteed only for participants registered by March 15. Registrations after that date are welcome, but T-shirts (including size availability) are not guaranteed.

Registration Fees:

5K: $45 through March 15, $50 through Race Day

1K Fun Run: $25

Come move with purpose, celebrate ability in all its forms, and help make inclusion visible—one step at a time.

Be sure to visit our website for more information about EquallyAble

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.

Burke Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department (BVFRD) invites you to run the fifth annual Fire Drill 5K/1M on Saturday, April 25, at Burke Lake Park at 8:00 am.

BVFRD provides lifesaving fire suppression and emergency medical response services for the citizens of Burke, Fairfax, Fairfax Station, Springfield, and Annandale. Our station is one of 38 that serve to protect Fairfax County. Funds raised through the Fire Drill 5K will help support our station for equipment and training.

Burke Lake Park

7315 Ox Rd

Fairfax Station, VA 22039

Pavilion A

Registration Fees:

5K: $30 through January 13

$40 January 14 through April 24

$45 on Race Day - April 25

1Mile: $20 through January 13

$30 January 14 through April 24

$35 on Race Day - April 25

Online registration will remain open until the race starts on Saturday, April 25, at 7:30 am.

Only online registration will be available be sure to register on line before arriving at the race.

Packet Pick up will be at the =PR= Burke Store (5715 Burke Centre Parkway, Burke, VA 22015) on Friday, April 24 from 12-8pm. Then on race day at Burke Lake Park starting at 7:00 am.

All Race Participants will receive a commemorative race shirt and finisher medal. Be sure to register by Thursday, April 9 to be guaranteed a shirt and medal. After that shirts and medals will be first come, first served as availability allows.

Awards will be given to the overall top 3 male and female finishers as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups; 15 & under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over.

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.