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We will store links to your favorite race Web sites (September - December) or below for (January - August) to reference all year-round.
REHAU Rotary Resolution 10K & 4K Fun Run/Walk
- 01-01-12 REHAU Rotary Resolution 10K & 4K Fun Run/Walk (Leesburg, VA)
Start the year right! Join us on Sunday, January 1, 2012 in Leesburg, Virginia for the 15th annual REHAU Rotary Resolution Race - - a challenging 10K race & 4K fun run through the beautiful rolling hills of the 1000 acre Morven Park Estate and Equestrian Center. For those who like their creature comforts, this is the race for you. Warm up pre and post-race in a heated gymnasium Enjoy live music, tasty food and drinks, awards, and lots of random prizes. There is plenty of free and convenient parking and there are bathrooms, coin-operated lockers, and changing rooms available for use at the gym. All proceeds go to local charities.
2012 Photo Gallery
New and Beginning Runners Information
List of Registrants
List of Teams
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George Washington Birthday Classic 10K
2-19-11 George Washington Birthday Classic 10K (Alexandria, VA)
The George Washington Birthday Classic 10K Race will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2011 to benefit the Alexandria Police Youth Camp, Inc. and the George Washington Birthday Celebration. Last year close to a thousand runners signed up for this long time race now in its 36th year. Warm race beanies for registrants!
SunTrust National Marathon and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield National Half Marathon
- 03-26-11 SunTrust National Marathon and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield National Half Marathon (Washington, DC)
This year's SunTrust National Marathon, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield National Half Marathon and National Team Relay takes place on March 26th at 7:00 a.m. just outside of the D.C. Armory and RFK Stadium. The fastest looped course in the country celebrates its 6th year as the only marathon to take place entirely within the District of Columbia and is expected to be the best event to date. Challenge yourself over 26.2 or 13.1 awe inspiring miles of our nation's capital; run through the city's most exciting neighborhoods, pass by the stunning monuments and write some of your own history in one of the country's fastest growing endurance events. Experience Washington. Run Through History.
New and Beginning Runners Information
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04-16-11 Run/Walk for Hospice (Leonardtown, MD)
This popular, family-friendly event in scenic southern Maryland (formerly the Maryland Day 10K/5K) supports the Hospice of St. Mary's County and the hospice house building fund. ChronoTrack timing, short- sleeve t-shirts, and great post-race food are also featured!
Run/Walk for Hospice 10K/5K
Pike's Peek 10K & Family Fun Run
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04-17-11 Pike's Peek 10K & Family Fun Runs (Rockville, MD) at 8:00 AM
Do you have too many race shirts? Run the Pike's Peek 10K and get a beautiful beach towel. The point-to-point course means you can have your best race ever. Then when you cross the finish line, enjoy great food, music, and friends. There are races and fun for the kids too.
New and Beginning Runners Information
Race Report 2011
Volkswagen Group of America Run for the Shelter Half Marathon & 5K
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04-18-10 Volkswagen Group of America Run for the Shelter Half Marathon & 5K (Leesburg, VA)
VW Group of America Run for the ShelterThe 14th Annual Volkswagen Group of America Run for the Shelter is set to be contested at the Loudoun County Fairgrounds at 8:30 AM. Runners will be able to test themselves in either the Half Marathon or the 5K, which both occur on the historic W&OD Railroad Park. Both the Half Marathon and 5K are certified courses on which up to 1,000 runners will compete and once again, both races are part of the Loudoun Championship Series.In addition, several dozen kids under the age of 10 will be able to sprint around the barn within the Fairgrounds on a 400 meter dash. Hundreds of spectators will be present for all three races as well as at the finish, making the Run for the Shelter one of the more popular races in Northern Virginia. Once again, prize money will be available for the top 3 open male and female finishers in the Half Marathon. All runners receive a technical shirt and Half Marathon finishers receive a commemorative medal.
In-person registration will be available on Friday the 17th at the PRR store in the Reston Town Center from 2:00 to 8:00 PM, on Saturday the 18th at the PRR store in the Ashburn Village Center, from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM and on race day at the fairgrounds from 7:00 AM until 8:15 AM.
Second race of the six race 2009 Loudoun Race Series
Earth Day 5K Presented by Pacers Running Stores
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04-18-10 Earth Day 5K Presented by Pacers Running Stores (Silver Spring, MD)
The Earth Day 5K presented by Pacers Running Stores benefitting The Nature Conservancy. Race for nature--the goal for the Earth Day 5K is to raise $25,000 to build an oyster sanctuary in a Maryland river. This event takes place in downtown Silver Spring on Ellsworth Drive, and is easily accessible by public transport including Metro. Registration and packet pick up will be held at the nearby Pacers Silver Spring store (8535 Fenton Street). Refreshments for all participants at the post-race party, which will include an awards ceremony.
New and Beginning Runners Information
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04-25-10 Strides for Success 5K & 1K Fun Run/Walk (Fairfax, VA)
Please join us for the Junior League of Northern Virginia's Strides for Success. Junior League of Northern Virginia is focused on "preparing children for success" by providing educational supplies, running a health fair, creating a homeless shelter family activity room, an arts and crafts program, and our signature project, The Children's Museum of Northern Virginia. We hope that you will join us as we take strides towards enriching the lives of local area children.
New and Beginning Runners Information
Strides for Success 5K & 1K Fun Run/Walk
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This popular springtime run/walk features ChronoTrack timing and a scenic start/finish in the heart of downtown Washington, DC. The USATF certified, fast course takes runners and walkers on an out-and- back course along Pennsylvania Avenue, and offers gorgeous views of the US Capitol Building and springtime in our nation's capital. The 2009 event has raised nearly $2,000,000 to support medical research efforts to cure brain tumors. A children's fun run adds to the festivities. This event has something for everyone!New and Beginning Runners Information
Race Day Report for 2010
Race for Hope – DC 5K Presented by Cassidy Turley
10th Annual Manassas City Police Association Memorial 5K Run
- 05-07-11 10th Annual Manassas City Police Association Memorial 5K (Manassas, VA)
The Manassas City Police Association is hosting the tenth annual 5K race in honor of Sgt John D. Conner III who was killed in the line of duty on July 24, 1988. The event features a certified course, ChronoTrack timing, good competition, and fun for the entire community.
2011 Race Report
8th Annual Angel Kisses 5K Run/2K Fun Run and Walk
- 05-08-11 8th Annual Angel Kisses 5K Run/2K Fun Run and Walk (Chantilly, VA)
Come join us for the 8th Annual Angel Kisses 5K Run/2K Fun Run and Walk. This race was created in honor of a special little boy, Jeffrey Virostek, who lost his brave battle with leukemia on September 25, 2003, at the age of 4 1/2. Angel Kisses is a fund-raising 5K/2K Race to benefit the Jeffrey Virostek Fund, a component fund of the Northern Virginia Community Foundation.
2011 Race Report
Maya Angelou Circle of Friends 5K Run/Walk
- 05-09-10 Maya Angelou Circle of Friends 5K Run/Walk (Washington, DC)
Join the See Forever Foundation/Maya Angelou Public Charter School in West Potomac Park on Mother's Day for a 5K run/walk along the Potomac River, and Health Fair.
Pacers Running Festival Half Marathon, 5K, & Kid's Dash
- 05-09-10 Pacers Running Festival Half Marathon, 5K, & Kid's Dash (Arlington, VA)
The Pacers Running Festival offers an event for every athlete including a half marathon, quarter marathon, and children's fun run. There is a new half marathon loop course in Arlington; runners will complete two laps for the half marathon, and the quarter marathon participants will complete one lap. There are overall and age group awards for the adult races. The Pacers Running Festival benefits the National Kidney Foundation--National Capital Area and YMCA Arlington.
New and Beginning Runners Information
NOCC Northern Virginia Chapter's 9th Annual 2011 Run/Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer
- 05-14-11 Run/Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer (Reston, VA)
We invite you to participate in our 9th annual 5K/1-mile run/walk to benefit the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition’s local and national programs.The Run/Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer is the largest fundraiser and awareness event for the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition. Organized by local Chapter volunteers, this event celebrates our survivors, remembers those we’ve lost to ovarian cancer and increases awareness about ovarian cancer.
Registration fees include a t-shirt and access to all activities on the day of the event. We will also have a survivor area, a group survivor photo, food and beverages. Pledges and donations are welcome, but not required.
Run/walk individually or consider creating a team of 10 or more!
The Second Walk for Water for Africa and Africare 2011 5K/1K Fun Run
Join in a fun and festive 5K/1K event at Fairfax Corner, a lovely setting for a spring run. Proceeds from the event will help build wells in African villages desperate for clean water--two were built in Ghana from the 5K last year, put on as an Eagle Scout project.
• ChronoTrack timing
• Free breakfast buffet and coffee after the race
• Great door prizes from local merchants and restaurants
• Live music and entertainment, children's activities
• 1K fun run starts 8:30, 5K at 9:00 a.m.
New and Beginning Runners Information
Ashburn Village 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run
- 05-22-11 Ashburn Village 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run (Ashburn, VA)
This year the races moved off the busy last week of April date to a more friendly mid-May. The course is fast even with lots of turns which only serve to make the race more interesting. In 2010 Fabrice Guillaume defended the hometown to win the 10K. Masters runner Katherine Hoenig, also of Ashburn, broke free in the final mile to be the first runner of either sex in the 5K.
2010 Race Report
2010 Photo Gallery
New and Beginning Runners Information
We’ve Got Your Back 5K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run
- 5/22/10 We’ve Got Your Back 5K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run (Reston, VA)
The Spinal Research Foundation is hosting the third annual We’ve Got Your Back 5K race & 1 mile fun run/walk and Spinal Health Fair during National Osteoporosis Awareness Month. Ethan Albright, Reed Doughty, Chris Samuels, and James Thrash of the Washington Redskins will serve as honorary chairs. In addition, the Washington Redskin Cheerleaders will make a special appearance at this year’s event.
Cascades 10K Firechase and 911 Fun Run
- 05-28-11 Cascades 10K Firechase and 911 Fun Run (Sterling, VA)
Please join us for what is one of Northern Virginia's best kept secrets -- the Cascades 10K Fire Chase. Started in 2003, the race is in its ninth year, the race offers Chronotrack timing, numerous amenities, and is hosted by the Cascades Community Association for the benefit of the Sterling Volunteer Fire Company. The funds raised through sponsorship and entry fees help the Fire Company acquire much-needed equipment.
Jeremy's Run 10K, 5K walk/run, and 1 Mile fun run
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05-30-11 Jeremy's Run 10K, 5K walk/run, and 1 Mile fun run (Olney, Maryland)
Please join us for our third Jeremy's Run in memory of 20-year-old Jeremy Daniel Glass. The run/walk will take you through scenic park roads and a rolling country road of Olney, Maryland. The race is USATF sanctioned and the course is USATF certified. The race is time by Montgomery County Road Runners Club. The purpose of this event is to raise awareness to drug abuse and at the same time take the shame out of the horrible disease. The proceeds of the race will go to the Partnership for a Drug Free America and to Saving Teens in Crisis Collaborative. There will be prizes for the top finishers in each age category, food, music, complimentary massage and acupuncture, and a moon bounce for the kids.
New and Beginning Runners Information
Run Through History 10K & 5K Run/Walk
- 06-05-11 Run Through History 10K & 5K Road Races (Sharpsburg, MD)
The beautiful and historic Antietam National Battlefield near Sharpsburg, Maryland is the site for the 32nd annual Run Through History. On September 17, 1862, one of the most important battles of the Civil War took place here. Both races feature a cash purse for open and masters runners, and a cash bonus for a new course record. Proceeds from the event benefit APPLES for Children, Inc., and Head Start of Washington County.
New and Beginning Runners Information
6th Annual Potomac River Running Twilight Festival 4-Miler
- 06-11-11 6th Annual Potomac River Running Twilight Festival 4-Miler (Ashburn, VA)
Join us on Saturday, June 11 at 7:00 PM for the 6th Annual Potomac River Running Twilight Festival 4-Miler, presented by Lansdowne Private Wealth Management. The race kicks off a littler earlier in the month this year, so expect even better weather and fast times. Come for the race. Stay for the party! Enjoy the rare opportunity to race the 4 Mile distance and celebrate post-race at the finish line festival. Come out to enjoy live music, recovery food and drink, hot food from Moe’s Southwest Grill, beer, moon bounces and other children’s activities, and more. Bring the family to the festival!Join us on Saturday, June 11 at 7:00 PM for the 6th Annual Potomac River Running Twilight Festival 4-Miler, presented by Lansdowne Private Wealth Management. The race kicks off a littler earlier in the month this year, so expect even better weather and fast times. Come for the race. Stay for the party! Enjoy the rare opportunity to race the 4 Mile distance and celebrate post-race at the finish line festival. Come out to enjoy live music, recovery food and drink, hot food from Moe’s Southwest Grill, beer, moon bounces and other children’s activities, and more. Bring the family to the festival!
20th Lawyers Have Heart 10K & Fun Walk
- 06-12-10 Lawyers Have Heart 10K & Fun Walk (Washington, DC)
You do not have to be a lawyer to participate--all you need is a big heart. Join more than 4,000 lawyers, Washington residents, runners, walkers, parents, and children for this fun- filled day, which includes ChronoTrack timing, a 10K race, and a fun walk. The setting at the Washington Harbour cannot be beat.
New and Beginning Runners Information
Read the report of the 2010 race
List of Registered Runners A-K
List of Registered Runners L-Z
List of Teams A-K
List of Teams L-Z
Ringing In Hope Walk, Run, & Fun
- 06-25-11 Ringing In Hope Walk, Run, & Fun (Ashburn, VA) at 8:00 AM
Enjoy a beautiful early morning run! The Ringing In Hope Walk, Run, & Fun is a great way to help ring in the summer and support local charities. This race offers a 10K or 5K race on a certified, scenic flat course. Immediately following the races there will be a 1K walk for families, children, or non-racers. The race will benefit American Red Cross National Area, Jill's House, and Loudoun Habitat for Humanity. Race/walk participants can designate their registration fees to the participating charity of their choice. Race participants can take part in pre-race warm-ups, enjoy breakfast snacks served at the finish line on a silver platter. Prizes will be given out to the top 3 runners, male and female, in each age category and the top 3 overall runners. All children will receive bells to ring in the summer. For more information or to register, please visit: www.ringinginhope.com and be sure to check us out on Facebook.
Check out our Fall and Winter Races at www.ringinginhope.com.
12th Annual Tim Harmon 5K Run/Walk
- 06-25-11 Tim Harmon 5K Run/Walk (Fairfax, VA) at 8:30 AM
Please join us for the 12th annual Tim Harmon 5K Run/Walk. This event is to raise awareness of Hepatitis C and to remember Tim, who passed away in 1999 of this disease. This is a charity event with all proceeds going to local non-profit organizations. Live music will be provided by the Sock Monkeys and more than 100 awards will be given out in 5 year age increments. An excellent post race party will include great food, free massages, and random prizes donated by local merchants. The race starts and finishes directly in front of the Government Center 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax Virginia. There is plenty of free and easy parking. The race starts at 8:30 with race day registration available from 7:00 - 8:15.
11th Annual Autism Speaks 5K Race/1 Mile Walk
- 7-04-11 11th Annual Autism Speaks 5K Race/1 Mile Walk (Potomac, MD)
Autism Speaks is the largest private financier of autism research and resources in the country. Of every dollar donated to Autism Speaks, 77 cents funds research, advocacy, awareness, and family support services. Participating in this July 4th community event helps raise funds that will ultimately lead to a cure for research and better treatments. The race offers chip timing over a scenic course. It is a great way to kick off your holiday weekend. We offer wonderful retail/restaurant age group prizes as well as cash awards for top finishers as well as masters winners. Please join us as we celebrate our nation's birthday.
Rockville Rotary Twilight Runfest 8K
- 7-16-11 Rockville Rotary Twilight Runfest (Rockville, MD) at 8:45 PM
2010 Rockville Rotary Twilight Runfest 8K Race Report
The DARCARS Rockville Rotary Twilight Runfest is one of the most popular races of the summer in the National Capital area. The event consists of the 8K race (including a wheelchair division) and a 1K fun run followed by music, refreshments, and an overall rockin' good evening. The 2011 Runfest is the 26th running of Rockville's summer night block party. Visit www.RockvilleTwilighter.org for details and registration.
Crystal City Twilighter 5K
- 7-23-11 Crystal City Twilighter 5K in Arlington, VA at 8:30 PM
Join us for the fourth running of the region’s most exciting twilight summer 5K! A runner favorite for its fast course, great perks, and after-party the Crystal City Twilighter 5K is the area’s largest summer evening 5K.
One of our premier events, the Crystal City Twilighter offers mile splits, Facebook results posting, photos, two water stops, technical tees, post-race food and beverages (bring your ID!), and a great party atmosphere.
Visit http://pacersevents.com/cctwilighter5k for more information.
23rd Annual Leesburg 10K & 8th Annual 20K
- 08-14-11 Leesburg 10K & 20K (Leesburg, VA)
Come out and join us on Sunday, August 14, 2011 for the 23rd Annual Leesburg 10K and 8th Annual 20K presented by Capital One. Run through scenic, historic Leesburg – you may even come across a cow or two. See where your summer training has brought your 10K time. Or, test your fitness and stamina in the 20K – it is a great opportunity to race or simply use as a training run as you prepare for a fall marathon. Both races will start and finish at the same place and same starting time (7:30 AM). For 2010, we have secured permission to use Dry Mill Road and avoid the power line construction on a portion of the W&OD Trail – also giving everyone a bit more elbow room.
New race course for this year.
The race includes technical shirts to all participants with no upgrade fee, a great post-race brunch, (thanks to food sponsor Harris Teeter), music, generous awards, a FREE Kids Fun Run, and numerous random prizes.
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