About the Race

About the Race
GENERAL EVENT INFORMATION
5K RACE & 2K FUN WALK OR ROLL
Saturday, June 6, 2026 – Burke Lake Park, Fairfax Station, VA
All team participants will receive commemorative event t-shirts.
Packet Pick-Up:
Packet pick up will be announced at a later date. Pick up will also be available on race day morning.
Team Registration Due by May 14:
Teams can register after May 14, but they will not be able to get our beautiful event t-shirts.
Team Photographs and Frame:
All teams will receive a frame with their team photo a few weeks after the race. Team photos will be taken beginning at 7:30 a.m. on race day morning.
Other race day photos will be available via a link sent out after the race.
Event Schedule
- 7:00 Team Photos
- 8:30 Race Start
- 9:30 Awards Presentation for Overall Winners and Team Awards
Directions to Parking:
The race starts and ends at Shelter C in Burke Lake Park (7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA). Parking is available at lots in Shelters A, B and C.
Join the community and stay connected:
Follow The Arc of Northern Virginia on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn! Post pics of your warm-up routine, starting your run/walk, crossing the finish line, and celebrating with your team. Use the hashtag #RaceForInclusion to share with the community.
Questions? Just ask!
Questions about the Team Challenge, including team, registration, and race logistic questions as well as those about sponsorship, team payment, and donations can be directed to: Lois Gaul, Special Events Manager.

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