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9 events in Fairfax County, Virginia

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find virtual events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • Sat, May 09, 2026 at 10:00 AM

    Details: Walk Run Ride for Life Event! The event will take place on Saturday, May 9th at 10:00 am at Occoquan Regional Park. Sign up to participate as a walker, runner, or bike rider—and then invite others to sponsor you! Following event completion, stay for food, fun activities, prizes, and ministry stories as we celebrate LIFE together.

    Location: Occoquan Regional Park

    Address: The Pavilion at Occoquan Regional Park, 9751 Ox Rd, Lorton, VA

    • Additional Park Offerings
    • Fishing

    • Batting Cage

    • Boat & Kayak Rental

    • Hiking Trails

    • Brickmakers Cafe: Brickmaker's menu features a variety of items, including fries, burgers, salads, and more!

    Course:

    • The 1 Mile Family Stroll will occur on Occoquan Regional Park grounds. This event is perfect for families, strollers, and young children with bikes and all walkers. The course is an out-and-back course that starts and ends at the pavilion where we are gathering.

    • The 5k Run will occur on Occoquan Regional Park grounds. The course is an out-and-back course that starts and ends at the pavilion where we are gathering.

    • The Distance Cycle is a virtual event. Participants will pick their own course and complete their distance cycle by Saturday, May 9th. All participants are encouraged to join us at Occoquan Regional Park on Saturday, May 9th, to partake in our in-person event full of fun activities. Cyclists can bring their bikes with them to Occoquan for a leisure bike ride, but there is no set long-distance bike course on-site at the walk-run ride event.

    Registration: Make sure to register so you will receive your t-shirt and qualify to earn prizes.

    Fundraising Goal: Help raise $75,000 to support free medical services, mentoring, and parenting education for families facing an unexpected pregnancy in the DC region. Raise support through sponsors and/or make a donation yourself – BOTH support a great cause!

    Teams: Join a team and fundraise with your friends and church. On the first page of your registration, you can opt to join an existing team or create a new team.

    T-Shirts: Each registered adult or child participant who raises $50 will receive a t-shirt. Select your size when registering.

    Questions: Contact Stephanie Lindsay at [email protected]

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  • 22211 Water Vista Drive, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20148, United States
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    Sat, Jun 06, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    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.

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  • Sun, Jun 21, 2026 at 7:45 AM

    Enjoy this scenic, flat 5k/10k that runs along a paved bike path through Mason Neck State Park.

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