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3 events in Fairfax, Virginia

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find 5k events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • Woodson High School Eddie Zhou Charity 5K Run/Walk [sites.google.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:30 AM

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    C.G Woodson High School 5k fundraiser is proud to support the Edward "Eddie" Zhou STEM and Figure Skating Enrichment Fund through Arlington Community Foundation (ACF), this memorial fund awards a...

    C.G Woodson High School 5k fundraiser is proud to support the Edward "Eddie" Zhou STEM and Figure Skating Enrichment Fund through Arlington Community Foundation (ACF), this memorial fund awards a $1,000 grant to a Northern Virginia middle or high school figure skater who is interested in STEM and is a valuable part of their community. The 5K will be held on May 16th, 2026. This year will mark the 16th time we’ve held this event and we would be thrilled to have your support to continue to help local organizations!

    5k Run Walk

    9525 Main St, Fairfax, Virginia, 22031, United States
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  • Down the Stretch Track Fest [lighthorsetrackclub.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, May 23, 2026 at 5:15 PM

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    DOWN THE STRETCH TRACK FEST

    Saturday, May 24

    George Mason University | Fairfax, VA

    4x800 - Mile - 5k - 10k

    Open/Community to Elite/Pro Heats

    🎉 Welcome to the second Annual Down the Stretch Track...

    DOWN THE STRETCH TRACK FEST

    Saturday, May 24

    George Mason University | Fairfax, VA

    4x800 - Mile - 5k - 10k

    Open/Community to Elite/Pro Heats

    🎉 Welcome to the second Annual Down the Stretch Track Fest!

    📍 George Mason University – Fairfax, VA

    📅 Saturday, May 24

    We’re back—and this year, we’re turning up the volume!

    New this year: We’ve moved the meet to Saturday so we can expand the fun: more heats of the open mile, 5000m, and the addition of the 4x800m relay!

    Get ready for:

    🔊 A high-energy, music-filled atmosphere

    🍔 Food trucks & 🍺 beer from Aslin Beer Co.

    🎤 Dynamic announcers

    🏃‍♂️ A mix of community and pro races under the stars

    We’re building stacked pro fields for the Webb Mile, 5000m, and 10,000m—but there's a spot for everyone looking to PR in the 800, mile, or 5000m.

    Meet Details:

    ✅ USATF & World Athletics sanctioned

    🕐 Open to all runners who can maintain: 10:00/mile or 30:00/5K

    👟 All ages welcome

    📊 Heats seeded by qualifying time (HS/college athletes can compete in pro fields)

    🍻 One complimentary beer or another beverage with entry

    🏅 Webb Mile Prize Money

    1st – $350

    2nd – $100

    3rd – $50

    (Men’s & Women’s divisions)

    👧 Youth Mile (13 & under): FREE ENTRY!

    ☔ In case of inclement weather, races will be delayed until continuation is no longer feasible.

    Bring your energy. Bring your spikes. Bring your friends.

    Let’s race under the lights at DTS! 🌟

    Looking for spectator tickets? Head Here

    If you're not running, pacing or coaching - you need a spectator ticket!

    Introducing tracksiding seating! Get up and close to the action.

    Race Schedule:

    5:25 - Open Mile (10:00 cutoff)

    6:25 - Free Youth Mile (15:00 cutoff)

    6:45 - Open 5000 (30:00 cutoff)

    7:45 - 4x800 Relay (12:00 / 3:00 avg per leg cutoff)

    8:15 - Select 5k

    9:00 - Webb Mile

    9:30 - Select 10k

    Schedule subject to change

    Youth mile - 13 & under (boys & girls combined)

    Open races are men's, women's and nonbinary combined

    Select heats & Webb Mile are women's followed by mens

    1 Miles 5k 10k Run

    4501 University Dr, Fairfax, Virginia, 22030, United States
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