4.95K Fun Run & Ribbon Cutting
- Date Sat 27th June 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location McLean, Virginia
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 4.95K Fun Run & Ribbon Cutting on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in McLean, Fairfax! This exciting event celebrates the grand opening of the new 495 Express Lanes Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail, a project that enhances community connectivity and promotes active lifestyles. The unique 4.95K distance pays homage to I-495, making it a perfect fit for both seasoned runners and families looking to enjoy a day outdoors.
Join the festivities as you take your first strides on this new trail, designed for both bicyclists and pedestrians. The day promises plenty of entertainment, including free food, face painting, balloon artists, magic tricks, and live music to keep the energy high. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate community and health while experiencing the new trail that runs parallel to the 495 Express Lanes. Register today and be part of this memorable occasion!
Join the festivities as you take your first strides on this new trail, designed for both bicyclists and pedestrians. The day promises plenty of entertainment, including free food, face painting, balloon artists, magic tricks, and live music to keep the energy high. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate community and health while experiencing the new trail that runs parallel to the 495 Express Lanes. Register today and be part of this memorable occasion!
Organiser's Description
Were opening up new opportunities for bicyclists and pedestriansand youre invited to be among the first to experience them!
Join the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Transurban, operator of the 495 Express Lanes, for a free family-friendly event celebrating the opening of the new 495 Express Lanes Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail in McLean, VA.
WHY 4.95?
The distance is a nod to I-495 and the event celebrates the opening of the new bicycle and pedestrian trail that runs parallel to I-495 and the 495 Express Lanes. The trail was built as part of the 495 NEXT project, which added 2.5 miles of new Express Lanes from Tysons to the George Washington Memorial Parkway interchange near the Maryland border in November 2025, delivering a more reliable option for Beltway travelers while creating new community connections for walking and biking.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ENTERTAINMENT
Enjoy FREE food and activities before and after the Fun Run, including:
* Face painting
* Balloon artists
* Magic tricks
* Music
* And more familyfriendly fun!
Register today and be part of the first steps (and strides) on the new path!
Join the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Transurban, operator of the 495 Express Lanes, for a free family-friendly event celebrating the opening of the new 495 Express Lanes Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail in McLean, VA.
WHY 4.95?
The distance is a nod to I-495 and the event celebrates the opening of the new bicycle and pedestrian trail that runs parallel to I-495 and the 495 Express Lanes. The trail was built as part of the 495 NEXT project, which added 2.5 miles of new Express Lanes from Tysons to the George Washington Memorial Parkway interchange near the Maryland border in November 2025, delivering a more reliable option for Beltway travelers while creating new community connections for walking and biking.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ENTERTAINMENT
Enjoy FREE food and activities before and after the Fun Run, including:
* Face painting
* Balloon artists
* Magic tricks
* Music
* And more familyfriendly fun!
Register today and be part of the first steps (and strides) on the new path!
Races
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4.95K Fun Run/Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
7-8 a.m. Fun Run/Walk Participant Check-In 8 a.m. Remarks & Ribbon Cutting 8:30 a.m. 4.95K Fun Run/Walk 9:15 a.m. 495M Kids Race -
495M Kids Race
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 27th June 2026 (9:15AM EDT)
Free
7-8 a.m. Fun Run/Walk Participant Check-In 8 a.m. Remarks & Ribbon Cutting 8:30 a.m. 4.95K Fun Run/Walk 9:15 a.m. 495M Kids Race
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Georgetown Pike and Balls Hill Road, McLean, 22101, VA, United States
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