3 walking events in Lorton, Virginia
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Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Come join us for the fifth annual Try or Fail Spring Forward races! The 1-mile course will be run on the Workhouse Arts Center property starting and ending at the baseball fields going out and back. The 5K and the 10K races will both start from the Workhouse Arts Center as well, beginning on road and transitioning into the Cross Country Trail towards Giles Run before turning around to return to the Workhouse Arts Center. The grounds of the previous Lorton Reformatory have been repurposed by the Cultural Arts Center and houses famous pieces of art by local and renown artists which truly is a site to see during the year.
Giving Back - Part of the proceeds for this event are going towards donating to the American Heart Association.
Runners Receive - A Performance Event T-Shirt and a Race Medal if you're registered by March 28th. Runners will also be receiving a chip timed event. We will have some extra T-shirts for individuals who register after that date, but it will be as a first-come basis while supplies last.
Allowed - Strollers and walkers are more than welcome to participate and join the event. Our goal here is to get everybody moving and to come together for a good cause while adding a fun atmosphere.
Race Day Registration - There will be race day registration for individuals, but we ask you to arrive early enough before the race if you plan on using this option. This will allow us enough time to get you registered and ready to go, but T-shirts and Medals can't be guaranteed here as we are ordering prior to the event.
For more information about Try or Fail, go here: https://www.tryorfail.com/
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Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 9:30 AMSee full details
Miles for Migraine will host its 10th annual 2-mile Walk, 5K Run and Relax DC/VA/MD event on Saturday October 3rd at Laurel Hill Central Green Park in Lorton Virginia. This event is a fundraiser for Migraine & Headache Awareness, Treatment & Research. It's more than a walk/run - come connect with your local migraine & headache community, listen to our speakers & visit sponsors in the festival area.
The 5K run is professionally timed. The Walk and the Relax events are free, but donations are encouraged. All walk and run finishers receive a finisher medal.
Dress up in your best purple flair for a chance at a fun prize!
Funds raised will benefit Miles for Migraine free programs & services as well as the MedStar Georgetown Headache Center to support local migraine research and fellowship training programs.
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Sat, Nov 07, 2026 at 3:00 PMSee full details
🏃♂️🤝 Fandom as One, Miles as Many 🤝🏃♀️
Anime for Miles is where community, culture, and movement come together. This 5K run/walk invites runners of all levels to celebrate Japanese animation, pop culture, and the team-oriented spirit of distance running, inspired by Japan’s iconic ekiden relay races.
Otaku Run’s events go beyond the finish line: we endeavor to build a shared community, through the values of teamwork and cultural pride exemplified by both anime/otaku fandom and Japanese running culture!
📅 Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ Start time: 3:00PM Eastern
📍 Location: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
🚗 Parking: There is plenty of parking at Workhouse Arts Center: follow the signs!
Merch and goods!
-All participants who register by October 7, 2026 will receive a T-shirt.
-Each finisher will also receive a finisher’s award.
Cosplay is welcome!
Keep in mind that the goal is to complete a 5k race regardless of attire, so be sure to keep it comfy and family-friendly!
Want to volunteer?
Register as a volunteer here to help us create an unforgettable event for everyone!