Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Join us and "support through sport" at the 51st running of the Marine Corps Marathon! The MCM is the largest marathon in the world that doesn't offer prize money, instead celebrating the honor, courage, and commitment of all finishers. Please note that this is the registration page for the Semper Fi & America's Fund Charity Team at the Marine Corps Marathon. There are three separate categories to choose from plus Active-Duty/Veteran options: Marine Corps Marathon (26.2 miles) free entry plus team tent access: Runner will receive a free entry to the 51st MCM and access to the team tent in Charity Village on race day. Runner will receive a training shirt, race day shirt, a goody bag, an invitation to Team Dinner the evening before the race, and exclusive access to Team Tent in Charity Village on race day. Runner will pay a team fee of $100 to help cover the cost of a training shirt, race day shirt, team dinner, and team tent. Runner will fundraise a minimum of $75

Sarcoma Foundation of America (SFA) is a proud partner of the 2026 Marine Corps Marathon (MCM). The MCM offers an experience for runners to tour the nation’s most recognizable landmarks, while being supported by the men and women of the United States Marine Corps. SFA invites you to join us in Arlington, VA on October 25, 2026.  When you participate in the MCM, you are choosing to join hundreds of others who want to make a difference for sarcoma patients and their families. Funds raised through our race team drive innovative research for sarcoma.  Secure access to your guaranteed race entry* today! Runners seeking to join the 2026 MCM SFA race team will receive the following perks: Guaranteed entry to the 2026 MCMCustom MCM marathon shirtPersonal fundraising pageDedicated staff to support fundraisingComplimentary registrationNote: All runners must commit to a minimum personal fundraising goal of $1,500 Your support will go beyond the finish line when you join our community of teammates

WHAT IS GIRLS ON THE RUN? Girls on the Run (GOTR) offers programming designed for all girls to build confidence, increase their level of physical activity, and learn essential life skills. Our research-based curriculum creatively combines movement with confidence-building lessons and activities, providing an after-school program for 3rd through 8th grade girls. With programming that inspires girls of all backgrounds and abilities to recognize their individual strengths, participants build connection and community in a welcoming team setting. They explore topics including emotions, expressing empathy, and standing up for themself and others all while being in a safe and judge-free space with their peers. Their season culminates with a 5K celebration, where girls experience confidence and unstoppable strength as they cross the finish line. All Girls on the Run 5K participants are encouraged to go at their own pace, their Happy Pace.   WHAT IS A SOLEMATE? GOTR SoleMates are inspired and d

We have sold our allocation. There are bibs available at https://www.marinemarathon.com/event/marine-corps-marathon/ . The Fredericksburg Area Running Club has been given 15 bibs for the Marine Corps Marathon to sell to its members. After purchasing the entry from us, you will receive an access code and URL to complete your registration at no charge. That information will be provided in July, and you must complete the registration by July 31. This site does not include official information about the race. You should access https://www.marinemarathon.com/event/marine-corps-marathon/ for official race information. Once we sell all of our bibs, it does not mean the race is sold out. Access the official site for openings. No additional transaction fees will be added to the price we are charging. So, they may appear higher than the official site price, which is before a transaction fee is added. Our sale begins at 2 pm EDT on March 30, 2026. Registration on the Marathon site begins at 10 am EDT on April 6, 2026. We are offering a 10% to Fredericksburg Area Running Club members, which will be applied at checkout.

Join Friends of Montessori 5K & 1 Mile Fun to celebrate Montessori education, discover how a child-centered approach to learning develops confident, compassionate individuals- the kind of people you want in the world (!!) - and experience firsthand the impact Friends of Montessori Education (FOME) has on children and families. Don't miss out on this feel-good morning filled with philanthropy, fun, and community!

A Thanksgiving Tradition That Gives Back Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with one of Arlington's favorite traditions! Join more than 4,000 runners, walkers, families, neighbors, and friends on Thursday, November 26, 2026, as we celebrate the 21st Annual Arlington Turkey Trot. Beginning near Lyon Park Community Center, the 5K winds through the beautiful neighborhoods of Lyon Park and Ashton Heights before bringing everyone together for a morning filled with community spirit, gratitude, and plenty of Thanksgiving fun. But the Arlington Turkey Trot is about much more than crossing the finish line. Hosted by Arlington Bridge Builders, the Turkey Trot brings our community together to support local nonprofits serving Arlington residents every day. Since the race began in 2006, participants, sponsors, volunteers, donors, and community partners have helped raise more than $2 million to strengthen our community. Supporting Arlington Nonprofits Every registration helps make a difference right here in Arlington. Proceeds from the Arlington Turkey Trot benefit ten local nonprofits working every day to improve the lives of our neighbors: Arlington Free ClinicArlington Neighborhood VillageAspire Afterschool LearningThe Clothesline for Arlington KidsCulpepper GardenKitchen of PurposeOAR of Arlington, Alexandria & Falls ChurchPathForwardProject BelongShirlington Employment and Education Center (SEEC) Whether you're chasing a personal best, pushing a stroller, walking with family, or showing up in your favorite turkey costume, there's a place for everyone at the Arlington Turkey Trot. Together, we're turning Thanksgiving morning into something even more meaningful by investing in a healthier, stronger, and more connected Arlington community. REGISTRATION FEES: Adults - $50 Children (6-17) - $25 Children (5 & under) - no charge (Run Sign UP is the registration platform) All Runners will receive an Arlington Turkey Trot full-color cotton T-shirt and custom timing bib with registration. You can upgrade to a long-sleeved, performance T-shirt at the end of registration for an additional $20. Every registered participant receives: Official Arlington Turkey Trot commemorative T-shirtCustom race bib with professional chip timingPost-race refreshments provided by Good Company DoughnutsAll children 10 and under receive a medal - upon finishing please remember the medals are for the children only. The opportunity to support ten Arlington nonprofits serving our communityLooking for performance apparel? Upgrade to a long-sleeve performance shirt during registration for an additional $20. Packet Pickup: Christ Church of Arlington 3020 N. Pershing Dr, Arlington, VA 22201 Tuesday, November 24, 12-8 pm Wednesday, November 25, 12-6 pm Thursday, November 26, 6:30-8 am (note the race starts at 8 am) Can't Join Us on Thanksgiving? You can still make a difference. If you won't be in town for Thanksgiving or aren't able to participate in this year's Arlington Turkey Trot, we invite you to support our mission with a tax-deductible donation. Every dollar helps fund the ten Arlington nonprofits benefiting from this year's event and supports programs that strengthen our community year-round. Make your tax-deductible donation here.

Our Spring 10-Miler and Half Marathon Training Program targets the the Cherry Blossom 10 Miler and the Alexandria Half Marathon. Other half marathons, such as the Shamrock Half and the Rock-n-Roll Half, can be accommodated. Just let your coaches know that you are planning to run one of these races, and they can discuss tweaks to the training program. We encourage all paces to train with us! We have organized pace groups for times from approximately a 7:30 mile to a 12:30 run-walk pace.  The training program begins Saturday, January 17, 2026 and officially ends April 25, 2026. The first group run is on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Group runs will meet every Saturday through April 25, 2026.  ***Current DCRR members will receive $35 off registration. Non-members will receive a coupon code to use to join DCRR. Cost of membership is included in the registration fee. After you receive the coupon code, you will then have to register separately for the Club.*** What's included in the traini

Run for the hill of it! Come kick off St. Patrick's Day and celebrate our Courthouse community. It may only be four miles, but the Four Courts Four Miler will test your mettle. The race starts at Ireland's Four Courts in Arlington, VA. Runners will run down the Wilson Boulevard hill, turn around, and run back up the hill to finish at Four Courts where you'll start your St. Patrick's Day celebration in style and be rewarded with a tasty beverage. As the Irish saying goes, "May the road rise up to meet you." This course takes that quite literally. Registration includes a race t-shirt and a free post-race beverage provided by Four Courts. Register by March 1, 2027 to guarantee your t-shirt. After March 1, t-shirts will be provided based on availability. Race starts at 9:00 a.m. sharp on March 13. The start line closes at 9:10 a.m. Runners will have until 10:15 a.m. to complete the course. Beer tickets must be used by 12:00 p.m. the day of the race.