Anime for Miles 5K
From Otaku Run Club
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 3:00PM EST
- Location Lorton, Virginia
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to celebrate your love for Japanese animation while staying active at the Anime for Miles 5K! Organized by the Otaku Run Club, this exciting event will take place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, Fairfax. Starting at 3:00 PM Eastern, this 5K run/walk invites participants of all levels to join in a vibrant community experience that combines culture, movement, and fun.
Embrace the spirit of teamwork and cultural pride inspired by Japan's iconic _ekiden_ relay races, as you run or walk in a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates anime and pop culture. All registered participants by October 7 will receive a stylish T-shirt, and every finisher will be awarded a unique medal to commemorate their achievement. Cosplay is encouraged, so feel free to showcase your favorite characters while staying comfortable and family-friendly! Join us for a day of excitement, community, and cultural celebration at the Anime for Miles 5K – where fandom meets fitness!
Embrace the spirit of teamwork and cultural pride inspired by Japan's iconic _ekiden_ relay races, as you run or walk in a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates anime and pop culture. All registered participants by October 7 will receive a stylish T-shirt, and every finisher will be awarded a unique medal to commemorate their achievement. Cosplay is encouraged, so feel free to showcase your favorite characters while staying comfortable and family-friendly! Join us for a day of excitement, community, and cultural celebration at the Anime for Miles 5K – where fandom meets fitness!
Organiser's Description
MALE SIGN FANDOM AS ONE, MILES AS MANY FEMALE SIGN
Anime for Miles is where community, culture, and movement come together. This 5K run/walk invites runners of all levels to celebrate Japanese animation, pop culture, and the team-oriented spirit of distance running, inspired by Japans iconic _ekiden_ [https://tempojournal.com/article/the-spirit-of-the-ekiden/index.html] relay races.
Otaku Runs events go beyond the finish line: we endeavor to build a shared community, through the values of teamwork and cultural pride exemplified by both anime/otaku fandom and Japanese running culture!
DATE: Saturday, November 7, 2026
alarm clock START TIME: 3:00PM Eastern
LOCATION: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
PARKING: There is plenty of parking at Workhouse Arts Center: follow the signs!
MERCH AND GOODS!
-All participants who register by October 7, 2026 will receive a T-shirt.
-Each finisher will also receive a medal as a finisher's prize. Design seen here! [https://x.com/OtakuRunClub/status/2100253382133141671]
COSPLAY IS WELCOME!
Keep in mind that the goal is to complete a 5k race regardless of attire, so be sure to keep it comfy and family-friendly!
WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
Register as a volunteer here [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/VA/Lorton/AnimeForMiles] to help us create an unforgettable event for everyone!
Anime for Miles is where community, culture, and movement come together. This 5K run/walk invites runners of all levels to celebrate Japanese animation, pop culture, and the team-oriented spirit of distance running, inspired by Japans iconic _ekiden_ [https://tempojournal.com/article/the-spirit-of-the-ekiden/index.html] relay races.
Otaku Runs events go beyond the finish line: we endeavor to build a shared community, through the values of teamwork and cultural pride exemplified by both anime/otaku fandom and Japanese running culture!
DATE: Saturday, November 7, 2026
alarm clock START TIME: 3:00PM Eastern
LOCATION: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
PARKING: There is plenty of parking at Workhouse Arts Center: follow the signs!
MERCH AND GOODS!
-All participants who register by October 7, 2026 will receive a T-shirt.
-Each finisher will also receive a medal as a finisher's prize. Design seen here! [https://x.com/OtakuRunClub/status/2100253382133141671]
COSPLAY IS WELCOME!
Keep in mind that the goal is to complete a 5k race regardless of attire, so be sure to keep it comfy and family-friendly!
WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
Register as a volunteer here [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/VA/Lorton/AnimeForMiles] to help us create an unforgettable event for everyone!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th November 2026 (3:00PM EST)
$38.10
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9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, 22079, VA, United States
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