Bands on the Run 5K
- Date Sun 6th April 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Mc Lean, Virginia
- Price $49.15
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Bands on the Run 5K happening on Sunday, April 6, 2025, in McLean, Fairfax! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 a.m. at Langley High School and welcomes participants of all ages to either run the race like a pro or enjoy a leisurely walk with friends. The scenic 5K course winds through the beautiful Langley Oaks neighborhood, providing a perfect backdrop for a day of fitness and fun.
Join fellow community members, families, and students to support the vibrant band programs at Cooper Middle School and Langley High School. Not only is this a great opportunity to get active, but it’s also a fantastic way to contribute to a worthy cause, with funds raised directly supporting essential resources like professional instruction, instrument repairs, and scholarships for students in need. Enjoy live DJ music, delicious post-race snacks, and a chance to connect with local sponsors after crossing the finish line. Don’t miss out on this uplifting community event that promises to bring together music lovers and fitness enthusiasts alike!
Join fellow community members, families, and students to support the vibrant band programs at Cooper Middle School and Langley High School. Not only is this a great opportunity to get active, but it’s also a fantastic way to contribute to a worthy cause, with funds raised directly supporting essential resources like professional instruction, instrument repairs, and scholarships for students in need. Enjoy live DJ music, delicious post-race snacks, and a chance to connect with local sponsors after crossing the finish line. Don’t miss out on this uplifting community event that promises to bring together music lovers and fitness enthusiasts alike!
Organiser's Description
Join the band directors from Langley HS and Cooper MS, students, families, and the community on Sunday, April 6 for our annual Bands on the Run 5k, starting at 8:00 a.m. Run the race like a pro or walk the course with a friend! The race begins at Langley High School (6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101), winds through the neighboring community of Langley Oaks, and finishes back up at the high school.
This annual 5K is a fundraiser and a community-building event in support of the award-winning band programs at Cooper Middle School & Langley High School. Funds raised through this event benefit both fast-growing programs, providing such things as:
*Professional sectional teachers
*Guest clinicians
*The repair and replacement of instruments, equipment and uniforms
*Scholarship funds for students in need to participate in band events
We greatly appreciate the generosity of the local community to help us provide an exceptional music education experience for our area students. Your support increases community awareness and enriches the music education of our band students.
Registration Fees:
Through March 15: $45
March 16-April 6: $60
Registrants will receive a cotton race t-shirt.
T-shirt sizes are guaranteed for all participants registered by March 14. Participants who register after March 14, will receive a t-shirt on a first come, first served basis until our supply runs out.
Start Time:
All 5K runners will begin the course at 8:00 am. Walkers and families will start once the runners have all cleared the starting line. The event will take place rain or shine. This race is stroller friendly. *Please note that because the race starts & ends on FCPS property, no animals are permitted per county policy.
Packet Pick-up:
Packet pick-up will be available on Saturday, April 5 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm at Langley HS (door 14). Then on race day, Sunday April 6 from 7:15 am to 7:45 am in the Langley High School parking lot. Participants can register on line through race day.
Race Day Event Timeline:
7:15 am - Race-day registration & packet pick-up opens
7:45 am - Warm up
8:00 am - 5K Run and Walk
After the race, stay and enjoy live DJ music, post-race snacks, take a picture at our photo op and visit our sponsor booths.
The Race Course
The 5K course is a lovely "out and back" route through the tree-lined residential neighborhood located adjacent to and west of Langley High School.
The Fine Print
*Race timing/scoring is from Potomac River Running/PR Races
* Parking is toward the back of the LHS parking lot (follow signs on race day).
*Weather policy -- we'll run, walk and stroll regardless of the weather (no refunds). See you on April 6!
Thank you for supporting Langley High School and Cooper Middle School band programs.
For more information please visit the Bands on the Run Website [https://www.langleyband.org/bands-on-the-run-2024-5k].
This annual 5K is a fundraiser and a community-building event in support of the award-winning band programs at Cooper Middle School & Langley High School. Funds raised through this event benefit both fast-growing programs, providing such things as:
*Professional sectional teachers
*Guest clinicians
*The repair and replacement of instruments, equipment and uniforms
*Scholarship funds for students in need to participate in band events
We greatly appreciate the generosity of the local community to help us provide an exceptional music education experience for our area students. Your support increases community awareness and enriches the music education of our band students.
Registration Fees:
Through March 15: $45
March 16-April 6: $60
Registrants will receive a cotton race t-shirt.
T-shirt sizes are guaranteed for all participants registered by March 14. Participants who register after March 14, will receive a t-shirt on a first come, first served basis until our supply runs out.
Start Time:
All 5K runners will begin the course at 8:00 am. Walkers and families will start once the runners have all cleared the starting line. The event will take place rain or shine. This race is stroller friendly. *Please note that because the race starts & ends on FCPS property, no animals are permitted per county policy.
Packet Pick-up:
Packet pick-up will be available on Saturday, April 5 from 10:00 am-2:00 pm at Langley HS (door 14). Then on race day, Sunday April 6 from 7:15 am to 7:45 am in the Langley High School parking lot. Participants can register on line through race day.
Race Day Event Timeline:
7:15 am - Race-day registration & packet pick-up opens
7:45 am - Warm up
8:00 am - 5K Run and Walk
After the race, stay and enjoy live DJ music, post-race snacks, take a picture at our photo op and visit our sponsor booths.
The Race Course
The 5K course is a lovely "out and back" route through the tree-lined residential neighborhood located adjacent to and west of Langley High School.
The Fine Print
*Race timing/scoring is from Potomac River Running/PR Races
* Parking is toward the back of the LHS parking lot (follow signs on race day).
*Weather policy -- we'll run, walk and stroll regardless of the weather (no refunds). See you on April 6!
Thank you for supporting Langley High School and Cooper Middle School band programs.
For more information please visit the Bands on the Run Website [https://www.langleyband.org/bands-on-the-run-2024-5k].
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.15 Fee & Bands on the Run Cotton T-Shirt
Sun 6th April 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$49.15
Bands on the Run 5K