Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Join us for our Fall 2026 Momentum Series. The first event of our series will be our Charitable 5K Walk/Run; a seasonable charity event used to raise mental health awareness. This event will be held on Sunday, November 1st. Our goal is to also nourish the mind and spirit, maintain good cardiovascular health and network with other people in the community. At the conclusion of our the walk/run, our yoga/wind down session will be hosted by Lundon Sweetney. 5K Walk/Run Start Time: 8:30-9:30 AM Yoga Session w/ Lundon Start Time: 9:30-10:30 AM Feel free to bring: A yoga mat and any other props if you have (blankets, blocks, bolsters) a water bottle, and journal if you like for closing reflections. Wear comfortable clothing. These events are hybrid (On-Site and Virtual): Onsite Participants Race Day Check-In: - The walk/run will begin promptly at 8:30 AM. Check-in begins at 8:15 AM. Please allow extra time for check-in, event introduction, and pre-race warmups. - Water and a snack will be provided and distributed to all participants prior to the event. - The trail will be explained at the beginning of the run. Virtual Participants Race Day(s) Check-In: You're now able to participate from wherever you are! Steps below: 1. Register through the RunSignUp link. 2. Download an app to track your walk/run time (Some good running apps to consider downloading are: Nike+ Run Club, Runkeeper, MapMyRun, Adidas Running, etc.) 3. Virtual participants must complete their run and submit their times to the link we sent you during registration sometime during the race day. As long as you run at some point throughout the day, your participation will be counted. 4. Afterward, your time will be displayed on the list of other times submitted by other participants. The times will be sent through the follow up email that will be sent out within 48 hours after the event. 5. Be sure to include a picture and/or video of you running or finishing your run and post it on your social profiles or stories! Be sure to include the hashtag: #npzmentality Our Mission No Plateau Zone (NPZ) is a community wellness organization dedicated to helping individuals build healthier lives through movement, meaningful relationships, and personal growth. We believe that lasting change doesn't happen overnight - it begins with consistent momentum. Through our Momentum Series, Endurance Club, educational workshops, and community partnerships, we create opportunities for people of all backgrounds and fitness levels to improve their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Whether you're a serious runner, a casual stroller, or a pint-sized sprinter, we’ve got a race for you. Help us support St. Rita Catholic School while enjoying a fun-filled morning of fitness, fall colors, and community spirit in the heart of Alexandria. Course Details Get ready for a flat, fast, and tree-lined out-and-back route along Main Line Boulevard and Potomac Ave. in the charming Potomac Yard neighborhood. You’ll start and finish just behind George Washington Middle School (enter via Mt. Vernon Ave.), where crisp fall air and vibrant autumn leaves set the scene for a memorable race. Race Day Schedule 6:45–8:00am – Packet Pickup & Onsite Registration8:00am – 1K Fun Run* (perfect for kids!)8:30am – 5K Main Event9:30am – Awards Ceremony & Sponsor Expo Fun Packet Pickup Options Pick up your race bib and our signature student-designed t-shirt at one of these convenient times: Thurs., Nov. 12 | 12:00–2:30 pm – St. Rita School (3801 Russell Rd, Alexandria - Use the alley entrance behind the church to access the school parking lot.)Fri, Nov. 13 | 2:45–6:30pm – St. Rita School (3801 Russell Rd, Alexandria - Use the alley entrance behind the church to access the school parking lot.)Race Morning | 6:45–8am – At the registration table near the start line NOTE: Guaranteed t-shirts are available for participants who registered by October 28. If you registered after October 28, a limited number of shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at pick-up. Awards & Prizes We love to celebrate our runners! Prizes include cash, gift cards, and medals, thanks to our amazing sponsors. Top 3 Overall Male & Female (Open & Masters 40+) – Cash + Gift CardsTop 2 in Each Age Group (15-70+) – Gift CardsTop 3 Youth Finishers (Ages 8 & under to 13-14) – Medals Fun for the Whole Family The 1K Fun Run is untimed but full of cheer (top finishers will be recognized!)Strollers welcomeNo bag check, so pack lightEasy access to the starting line—just steps from the Braddock Rd. Metro (Yellow/Blue Line)Free parking is available Race Day Fuel For the second year in a row, we’re excited to welcome Gustave Boulangerie to the St. Rita 5K & 1K Fun Run for Education! After your run—or while you cheer on family and friends—stop by for freshly crafted coffee and delicious light refreshments from this beloved Del Ray French bakery and café. Don’t Miss the Sponsor Expo Before and after the race, explore sponsor booths featuring giveaways, games, and goodies! Local businesses are helping make this event special—show them some love! Why We Run Every step you take supports St. Rita Catholic School’s mission to provide a transformative Catholic education. Your participation helps fund: $55,000/year in classroom support$30,550/year for teacher supportMonthly appreciation events for our incredible educators Our school proudly serves one of the most diverse student bodies in the region and is recognized as a Virginia Distinguished Purple Star School, supporting military families with heart and hospitality. Limited Edition T-Shirts Register early to receive your exclusive, student-designed race t-shirt! Participants must register by October 28, 2026, to ensure a shirt is included with registration. Ready to register?

The Eagle 5000 Turkey Trot is a new race that puts a twist on the traditional Thanksgiving turkey trot. Entrants will run a full 5k on the track with athletes racing in heats based on their predicted finishing times. This event will be held on November 21st, 2026 on the track at Thomas Edison High School in Alexandria, VA. The race is in-person, rain or shine.   This event is all about bringing our community together to help raise money for the Thomas Edison Cross Country and Track and Field programs. Register yourself and bring along your family, friends, and communities to participate in our track turkey trot! Heats Heat    Finishing TimeHeat 1   25:00 - 55:00Heat 2   23:00 - 24:59Heat 3   21:00 - 22:59Heat 4   19:40 - 20:59Heat 5   18:45 - 19:39Heat 6   18:00 - 18:44Heat 7   16:45 - 17:59Heat 8   16:00 - 16:44Heat 9   14:30 - 15:59 Packet PickupPacket pick up  will be at Edison High School, November 20th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm, then again on race day starting at 5:30 PM.  AwardsAwards

🦃 Welcome to the MVHS Cares Gobblepalooza Turkey Trot & Wellness Walk! What: 18th Annual MVHS Cares Gobblepalooza Turkey Trot & Wellness WalkWhen: Race Day = Saturday November 21, 2026 8:00-9:30am (the Saturday before Thanksgiving)Pre-Race Packet Pick-up = Friday November 20, 2026 3-7pm Where: Entrance #4 (aka The Rock Entrance) Mount Vernon High School 8515 Old Mount Vernon Road Alexandria, VA 2230Our VDoT-approved course starts at the Mount Vernon High School Entrance #4 and winds through the nearby neighborhoods.10K participants will start approximately 10 minutes before the 5K and complete two loops of the adjusted route through the main gate.5K participants will complete one loop of the race route. As our starting line becomes the finish line, turkey trotters will be greeted by our Gobblepalooza band and MVHS Cares volunteers giving out free fruit and water.Rain or Shine Event 🎶 Event Highlights: Gobblepalooza is all about wellness, service, community and music — bringing our entire community together for a fun & family-friendly morning! Please share your family friendly song requests for our DJ using this form link Turkey Trot DJ Song Request Survey Race Day Registrations cost $35 for the 5k and $45 for the 10k. Please register ahead of time and get a discount. 💲 Special Discount: FCPS students, faculty members, Federal employees, & our military families receive an additional $5 discount at checkout. Please confirm your discount at packet pick up with your related ID. 👟 Register today and invite your family, friends, and community to join the fun at this year’s Gobblepalooza Turkey Trot! *Turkey Trot shirts can only be picked up at MVHS. The school cannot ship the shirts to virtual participants, at this time. MVHS Cares Fundraising Goals: MVHS Music Therapy program supportMVHS service & leadership scholarshipsSchool-wide Education InitiativesSchool-wide Social Service & Wellness InitiativesAfter-School Club & Athletics Initiatives Keep In Touch: For updates on additional event news, event pics & vids, info on giveaways, prizes, & our MVHS Cares Scholarship please follow our Instagram @mvhs_cares Race Route Details: Start and End at the Mount Vernon High School Entrance #4 (38.727661, -77.091947). Follow along Route 235 from Battersea LaneU-TURN on Rt 235 near the entrance to the parking lot of MV Estate (38.711861, -77.087268) and continue the opposite direction on Rt 235.Turn RIGHT into the Wessynton community near the Cunningham Drive Water StationFollow Cunningham Drive down the hill and make a LEFT onto Wessynton Way.Turn RIGHT onto Rt 235 and continue on Battersea Lane back to the school.10k loops back around the median and return to Rt 235 for 2nd loop & 5k finishes back at the Starting Line.After 9:30am, remaining participants on the race course will be ushered onto the sidewalks. Road Closures = 11/21/2026 8:00am-9:30am Affected Roads = Battersea Ln, Rt 235, Cunningham Dr, Wessynton Way, & Woodland LaneVehicles will be redirected to Rt. 623 via Surrey Dr, Braddock Ave, or Maryland StBus 152 will take an alternate route

Join the Fort Hunt Elementary School community for the 2026 Fox Trot! Get out in the fresh fall air and walk, run, trot with your buddies from school, your family, and friends from the community. Everyone is welcome--students, teachers, parents, siblings, friends, and neighbors. Fox Trot Morning: Race check-in and start will be in the front of the school, the race will end on the soccer field next to the school. 9:00 a.m. - Stretching with your classmates and members of the WPHS Cross Country team 9:30 a.m. - Race starts At the finish line: celebrate with friends, enjoy refreshments and music!

Please bring a CANned food item and join us for the 6th annual CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot, on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, beginning at 8:00 am. The race will begin and end in the Walmart parking lot, 5885 Kingstowne Boulevard, Alexandria, VA 22315. All ages can enjoy a run, jog or stroll around Kingstowne and its scenic Lake. REGISTRATION Early Bird - through October 16 Adult 5K - $30 Military 5K - $25 25 & Under - $20 12 & Under - $10 Standard Registration - October 17- November 20 Adult 5K- $35 Military 5K - $30 25 & under - $25 12 & under - $10 Last Chance Registration - November 21-26 Adult 5K- $40 Military 5K - $35 25 & under - $30 12 & under - $10 Online registration will close Thursday, November 26 at 7:45. Only online registration will be accepted. PACKET PICKUP Location: Jefferson Funeral Chapel, 5775 Castlewellan Drive, Alexandria, VA 22315 Monday 11/23 from 2-7pm Tuesday 11/24 from 2-7pm Wednesday 11/25 from 2-5PM Location: Walmart, 5885 Kingstowne Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22315 Race Day, Nov 27th, 7:00-8:00 AM Participants will receive a commemorative race t-shirt. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, top three male and female finishers in 12 & Under and 13-18 age groups. Plus fastest male and female runner with dog and fastest male and female runner with stroller will receive an award. Donations of nonperishable food items will be accepted by Koinonia Bring the family and enjoy a fun Thanksgiving Day morning run!

Get ready to run, walk, and make a difference! Join us for our Annual AKT Turkey Trot 5K/10K at the scenic Mount Vernon Trail as we raise funds for the Samuel Kwarteng Memorial Scholarship. This non-competitive, family-friendly event is open to all fitness levels—walkers and runners are all welcome and encouraged to participate!

Please join us on Sunday December 6th 2026, for our Third Annual Charity 5K and Kids 1 Miler Jingle Bell Run / Walk! Old Town Run Club (OTRC), based in Alexandria VA, is hosting the event at Cameron Run Trail. The course is a picturesque wooded run through one of the prettiest parks in NOVA. Strollers and dogs (on leashes) are most welcome. Kids 10 years of age and younger can run for free with a registered adult. Post race celebration will be held at Atlas Brew Works, 2429 Mandeville Lane, Alexandria VA 22332. Join in the fun, great beer, Andy's Pizza on site. - facebook.com/atlasbrewworks Show your XMAS cheer! Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place holiday costumes or Christmas sweaters. Package Pick-up will be at Atlas Brew Works on Saturday 5 December 2026 from 1-5 PM. On site registration and packet pick up will be available on the day of the event. All registered 5K runners who have signed up before November 23rd, will receive a long sleeve shirt. We will have Santa Hats and Bells for all runners and walkers. This event is part of a series of runs that Old Town Run Club host's on behalf of our Charity, Tunnel to Towers (T2T.org). The mission of the foundation is to honor the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller who laid down his life to save others on September 11, 2001. The charity tirelessly continues to honor and support our military and first responders who continue to make the supreme sacrifice of life and limb for our country. Please help us in raising awareness and donations for Tunnel to Towers, and the incredible impact they make everyday for our beloved military service members, our firefighters, our police officers and all our first responders. All profits from the event will go to Tunnel to Towers. If you have a minute, it is highly recommended you read "Stephens Story" https://t2t.org/stephens-story/ Stephens life and heroic death serve as a reminder to us all to live life to the fullest and to spend our time here on earth doing good - this is his legacy. Oner of Stephens favorite sayings and the motto he lived by; "While we have time, let us do good!" - St Francis of Assisi *Old Town Run Club Inc. is a 501(c)3 non profit public charity registered in the US under EIN 99-1978309

Saturday, March 6, 2027 · Jones Point Park, Alexandria, VA Race in the morning, parade in the afternoon. All three distances start and finish at Jones Point Park, under the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, and run out and back on the paved Mount Vernon Trail along the Potomac. The course is flat and fast, with the river beside you most of the way, and there are no road closures and no traffic to cross. Finish, collect your medal, and walk about a mile north into Old Town for the Alexandria St. Patrick's Day Parade, which steps off at noon. Bring your family and make a day of it. Every runner is tracked live on Geo.Racing, so your people can wait in Old Town and know exactly when to head down to the finish. Start times: Half marathon at 8:00 AM, 10K at 8:30 AM, 5K at 9:00 AM. Packet pickup opens at 7:00 AM at the park. The starts are staggered so every distance finishes well before the parade. Every entry includes: a race shirt, a finisher medal, chip timing and results, aid stations on the trail, and live tracking. Awards go to the top three men and women at each distance. Good to know: walkers are welcome at every distance; half marathon walkers should plan to finish by 3:00 PM. Parking at Jones Point Park is limited and Old Town fills up early on parade day, so carpool or come by bike. The trail stays open to others, so keep right and pass on the left. Jones Point Park, 1 Jones Point Dr, Alexandria, VA 22314. Presented by Old Dominion Racing.

The 2026 PNC Alexandria Half is happening in Old Town Alexandria on April 26th! The event includes a Half Marathon, 5K and the Kids Dash. The half marathon event offers an exciting course that starts and finishes in Old Town while also exploring 5 miles each way on the iconic George Washington Parkway.The Half and 5K start is set for 7:00 AM, with the Kids Dash at 10:30 AM..

The 2026 Good Shepherd Catholic Church International Festival 5K Packet Pick Up Good Shepherd Catholic Church Main Entrance Friday, September 4th: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Race Day September 5th: 6:45 AM - 7:30 AM