2026 NOVA Running Club 5K
- Date Tue 25th August 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Arlington, Virginia
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2026 NOVA Running Club 5K, taking place on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the scenic Bluemont Park in Arlington! This exciting event features a fast out-and-back course along the beautiful W&OD trail, making it an ideal choice for runners of all levels looking for a fun and relaxed weeknight race. Enjoy the camaraderie of the Northern Virginia running community while shaking off the summer heat and challenging yourself on this low-key course. With a limited field size, you'll experience a comfortable and enjoyable race atmosphere. Don't miss your chance to participate—online registration is open until 11:59 PM on August 24, 2026, with race day registration also available. Join us for an unforgettable evening of fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Join the NOVA Running Club for our annual 5K race at Bluemont Park! A fast out-and-back course on the W&OD trail in Arlington, this is a great opportunity for a low-key weeknight race. Come shake off the heat and support the club and your fellow Northern Virginia community runners. Limited field size keeps this race very relaxed (and not crowded on the trail).
Online registration until 11:59pm on August 24, 2026. Race day registration also available.
Online registration until 11:59pm on August 24, 2026. Race day registration also available.
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2026 NOVA Running Club 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Tue 25th August 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$32.80
Proceeds from this event benefit the Northern Virginia Running Club (NOVA). What is the NOVA Running Club? NOVA been a fixture in the DC area running community since the early 1970s. A member of the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA), NOVA welcomes runners of all levels and ages. The club is a diverse group made up of local elite athletes, former collegiate competitors, top Masters runners, long time members, and new runners training for their first race. NOVA serves to fill an important niche in the running community for serious runners who seek to train under the guidance of a professional coach in the company of a friendly, welcoming community of dedicated runners, all of whom also recognize the importance of balancing running with full professional and personal lives. Membership Benefits: Coached weekly track workouts, weekly news, club discounts and social opportunities. Interested? Join NOVA for a run or track workout before signing up for membership. Contact us at northernvirginiarunningclub@gmail.com for more information.
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Bluemont Park, 329 N. Manchester Street, Arlington, 22203, VA, United States
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