10 fun run events in Fairfax County, Virginia

ConnerStrong Foundation works to bring awareness to mental health issues and suicide prevention and to change the discussion about mental health, especially in our teens and young adults. The foundation also provides outreach and comfort to the families and communities affected by mental health and suicide.

Come enjoy this gorgeous 5k course along the Mount Vernon Trail!

Walkers and strollers are welcome to attend this event.

In addition to the race, there will be a resource fair in the parking area / surrounding area. Be sure to stop by & check out these local resources and learn more about organizations in the area & their missions to support mental health.

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

Join Fairfax Law Foundation, dressed like a Superhero or your favorite Villain on Sunday, April 19, at Fairfax Corner for the Annual Heroes vs Villains Run for Justice 5K.

The untimed Kid's Fun Run will start at 8:00 am. All fun run participants will receive a finisher's medal.

The 5K will start at 8:30 am

Registration fees:

5K: $40 through April 4

$45 April 5 through Race day (April 19)

Kid's Fun Run: $20 through Race Day (April 19)

All registrations must be done online. Online registration closes race day, Sunday, April 19 at 8:00 am.

Packet pick up will be at the PR Fairfax Store (11895 Grand Commons Ave, Fairfax, VA 22030) on Saturday, April 18 from 11am-3pm. Then on Race Day in the plaza starting at 7:30 am.

Volunteer Opportunities: Join in the fun as an event volunteer! This event relies on 50+ volunteers to be successful and we need YOUR help. Volunteer jobs include: water station, race buffet/registration area, or course marshals on race day. We will also need help during packet pick up.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Kerri Yates at [email protected] for more information.

For Additional Event Information, visit us on Facebook - Fairfax Law Foundation Run for Justice 5K

Learn more about us at www.fairfaxlawfoundation.org

Follow up on Twitter - run4justiceFLF

Fairfax County is one of the wealthiest counties in the nation—yet thousands of children here go home on weekends unsure if they’ll have enough to eat. Rising food costs and ongoing shortages have pushed more families into crisis, and today 1 in 3 students in Fairfax County Public Schools experiences food insecurity.

The 6th Annual Feed Fairfax 5K on May 2nd, 2026 is a fun 3.1 mile road race through the Greenbriar neighborhood in Fairfax. The race is organized with community partners to raise money and provide food for kids in Fairfax County suffering from food insecurity.

What makes this race incredibly unique is that after the race, all participants and volunteers will have the opportunity to assemble Power Packs for elementary school children within our community.

LOCATION: Greenbriar Town Center

Planet Fitness Parking Lot

13055-B Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy

Fairfax, VA 22033

RACE START TIME: 8:00 am

REGISTRATION:

5K: $35 through April 17th

$40 April 18th through May 1st

$45 May 2nd

5K (18 & Under): $15

1 Mile Fun Run: $25 through April 17th

$30 April April 198th through May 1st

$35 May 2nd

1 Mile (18 & Under) Fun Run: $15

**Fun Run is timed again this year, thanks to Molly Craig, Realtor®

Online registration will remain open until 7:50 am on Saturday, May 2. If you register online after May 1, please be prepared to show your confirmation email to the packet pickup staff on race morning. In person registration will also be available during packet pick up and race morning.

PACKET PICK and SWAG:

Registrant will receive a commemorative bib, custom race shirt, and custom finisher medal. Packets will be available for pick up on Friday, May 1st from 3-6 pm at Expectation Church (11924 Braddock Rd., Fairfax, VA 22030). You can also pick up your packet on race day from 7-7:45 am at the race site.

Be sure to register before April 18th, to guarantee a shirt.

AWARDS (based on chip time): As in year's past we will be giving out cash prizes for the top 3 male and female finishers, $100 for 1st place overall, $50 for second place overall, and $35 for third place overall. Additionally, overall Top 3 male/female and age group winners will receive a special medal with their age group finishing place. Participants must be present to collect their award. If you cannot stick around we will hold onto your award and you can come pick it up.. Age groups receiving awards are as follows:

• Top 3 Men and Women Overall

• Top 3 Boys and Girls under 10

• Top 3 Boys and Girls 11-14

• Top 3 Boys and Girls 15-18

• Top Male and Female 19-29

• Top Male and Female 30-39

• Top Male and Female 40-49

• Top Male and Female 50-59

• Top Male and Female 60+

For the first time we will also be giving out awards to the top finishers for the Might Mile Challenge. Awards for the Molly Craig Mighty Mile Challenge is:

• Top 3 Boys and Girls 7 & under

• Top 3 Boys and Girls 8-11

THE MIGHTY MILE CHALLENGE:

This year all fun run participants (1-milers) will have their race/walk timed thanks to Molly Craig, Realtor®. Participation in the Mighty Mile is optional, but your time will be posted to our results after the conclusion of the event.

FREE PHOTOS:

We will be posting them on our site under the results section shortly after the race. Ensure your number is facing front and visible as you finish as you will be able to sort and find the photos by your race number.

Many children rely on free and reduced-price meals at school for food. A Power Pack, which contains seven meals, helps to alleviate hunger for local children in need over the weekend when not in school. All of the Power-Packs assembled at the runner's village will be distributed after the race and eaten the next weekend (8-10 May). Last year in the last five years we had over 3,000 people participate in the race, we packed and donated over 187,000 meals and raised $227,491. This year we are trying to raise $60,000, which will allow us to pack and fund over 72,000 meals for hungry children in our county!

If you would like to donate to Feed Fairfax, but are unable to participate click here to Donate

The 5K will be professionally chip-timed by Blue Cheetah Sports Timing, LLC.

Join us on Saturday, May 9 at Mantua Elementary School and get ready to run the Mantua Raccoon Run 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run

Join Mantua Elementary School Kids Care Club and W.T. Woodson Young Hearts Club for the 25th Annual Mantua Raccoon Run on Saturday, May 9, 2026. All the fun will take place at Mantua ES (9107 Horner Ct, Fairfax, VA 22031).

The 1M fun run starts at 8:00 am, and the 5k starts at 8:30 am.

The Raccoon Run is an annual run, sponsored by Mantua's Kids Care Club, that raises money for Life With Cancer, an amazing INOVA Hospital program that helps to provide support to those living with cancer and their families. This is done through education, information, counseling, and other services, all free of charge. Kids Care Club is a PTA volunteer-run service club that allows children in grades K-6 to give back to their community. Through this race, the kids get to see their work put into action as the race comes together and raises money for such an amazing cause. This way, we are not only helping the amazing organization that Life with Cancer is, but we are also empowering our young people to develop a love of giving back to their community.

In addition, this run honors the memory of a beloved Mantua Elementary School teacher, Mrs. Roberta Romano, who lost her battle with cancer in December of 2001. For over 20 years, this run has been held to honor her memory!

REGISTRATION FEE:

5k: $40 through May 8. $45 May 9 and on race day

1 Mile Fun Run: $25 through race day

Online registration will remain open through race morning at 8:00 am. All registrations must be done online.

T-SHIRTS: In order to guarantee a t-shirt, please register by April 26.

PACKET PICK UP: Race packets can be picked up at Mantua Elementary School, Main Entrance (#1), 9107 Horner Ct. Fairfax, VA 22031 on Friday, May 9 from 5-7 pm and on race morning starting at 7:00 am.

AWARDS: Overall Male & Female finishers and top 3 males & females in the following age groups will receive awards: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over. Prizes will be awarded and refreshments will be provided after both races.

QUESTIONS? Contact us at [email protected] or visit our website for more information.

Reminder: NO headphones or dogs will be permitted in the 5k. Mantua Elementary students are encouraged to include the name of their teacher.

Join us on Saturday, May 30 at 6:00 pm for the Clifton Caboose 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run

The start/finish line is just a few feet from the Triangle (the intersection of Clifton, Newman and Main Streets); near the Barn located at 7139 Main Street, Clifton, VA 20124

Both the 1-Mile Fun Run and the 5k begin in the turn-of-the-century town of Clifton, VA. The scenic course winds down a gently rolling country road, across a creek, and past a horse or two, then back to the start line. There will be water along the course and near the turnaround point.

The 1-Mile Fun Run starts at 6:00 pm. Once it is finished, we'll line up the 5K runners and walkers. We strongly suggest all 5K participants be ready and at the start line at 6:00 pm.

Parking is available at Clifton ES, the floodplain off Newman Road, and throughout town. Please do not park at Trummer's restaurant..

After the run, stay for the Post Race Party at the Red Barn! Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy live music, an awards ceremony, snacks, and suds. Registered adult runners (21 & older) will receive 2 beer tickets. Additional tickets can be purchased on site for $5 each.

Registration Fees:

5K: $30 per person

When registering a family of three or more, each family member will receive a $5 discount

1-Mile Fun Run: $20

Online registration will remain OPEN through Race Day, at 5:30 pm. Runners may use their phones to register and pay online right up until we are ready to run.

Registrants will receive a commemorative Clifton Caboose T-shirt while supplies last. Please be sure to register by May 15 to be guaranteed a shirt.

Packet pick up will be on Friday, May 29, from 5:00-7:00 pm and Saturday, May 30 (race day) from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm at the Barn, 7139 Main St., Clifton, VA 20124. Bibs will be assigned to runners when they pick up their packets. Runners may pick up packets for others registered for the race.

Awards for the 5K will be given to the top 3 overall male and female finishers and the top 2 male and female finishers in the following age groups; 1-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 & Over.

We will also give awards to the top male and female CBA Member finishers in the 1-30 and 31 & Over age groups.

There will be ribbons for all finishers in the 1-Mile Fun Run and medals for the top male and female finishers in the following age groups; 1-6, 7-9, 10-12, 13-15.

This is where Summer Vibes Meet Good Times!

Kick off summer with the most laid-back fitness event of the year! This isn't your typical race - it's a celebration of sunshine, good vibes, and island spirit. Grab your sunscreen and join us for a day that feels more like a beach party than a workout.

Choose Your Summer Adventure:

• Cruise through our scenic 5K route

• Enjoy a relaxing 2K stroll

We're bringing all the best parts of summer to this event. Cool off at our tropical refreshment stations, groove to steel drum beats, and soak in the festive atmosphere. Rock your favorite summer outfit - from Hawaiian shirts to sundresses - and join the most colorful crowd in town!

This is where memories are made. Bring your friends, bring your family, or just bring yourself and make new friends along the way. We've got steel drum bands, fresh fruit stations, and plenty of summer surprises to keep you smiling every step of the way.

Whether you're a dedicated runner or just looking for a fun way to welcome summer, this event has your name written all over it. Come be part of the season's biggest celebration - where every step feels like you're walking on sunshine!

Sign up now for your dose of summer fun. After all, the best memories are made when we're having too much fun to check our pace!

All proceeds from the run support the mission outreach of Crossroads UMC – local, regional and international. This includes providing food and emergency financial assistance, coats and boots to the unhoused, offering English as a 2nd Language classes, mission trips to help build homes in Guatemala, and continuing to support students in Uganda.

Join us for the 20th Annual StarKid 5K and Family Fun Run on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the Fairfax Corner Shopping Center! It's a fun-filled morning of fitness, music, and community. All ages are welcome to run, jog, walk, or cheer on participants—strollers and pets included! You can even create or join a team for some friendly competition.

Since 2006, the StarKid 5K has supported Inova Children’s. Originally supporting the Pediatric Heart Program, proceeds now benefit pediatric services across Inova Health System, with this year’s funds supporting the Joe Cassella Pediatric Patient and Family Support Fund!

The Joe Cassella Pediatric Patient and Family Support Fund provides critical financial assistance to families facing childhood illness or injury—covering needs such as medical bills, utilities, transportation, respite care, and more. 100% funded by philanthropy, this fund helps families focus on what matters most: healing—while honoring the compassionate legacy of Joe Cassella.

Your support of StarKid helps make a lasting impact on pediatric care at Inova Children’s. Let’s continue the tradition and make this year’s event a success!

Event Schedule:

8:00 am - Family Fun Run Start

8:30 am - 5K Start

9:30 am - Awards and Prizes