Salute To Veterans 5K-National Capital Region (NOVA)
- Date Sat 8th November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Springfield, Virginia
- Price $27.50 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Salute to Veterans 5K and 1K Fun Run on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Springfield, Fairfax! This uplifting event is dedicated to honoring the bravery, sacrifice, and service of our military community. Participants of all ages and fitness levels are invited to run, jog, walk, or stroll in a spirit of gratitude and unity. Whether you’re racing in memory of a loved one or simply to show support, this event promises a day filled with patriotism and camaraderie.
The 5K race features a friendly atmosphere, allowing everyone to participate at their own pace, and strollers are welcome too! With a generous 2-hour time limit for the 5K, there’s plenty of time to enjoy the experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to receive a commemorative T-shirt—be sure to register early to guarantee yours! Come out and help us salute those who serve, while making lasting memories in a vibrant community setting.
The 5K race features a friendly atmosphere, allowing everyone to participate at their own pace, and strollers are welcome too! With a generous 2-hour time limit for the 5K, there’s plenty of time to enjoy the experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to receive a commemorative T-shirt—be sure to register early to guarantee yours! Come out and help us salute those who serve, while making lasting memories in a vibrant community setting.
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 1st Annual St. James Academy Salute to Veterans 5K & 1K Fun Run! Presented by The Starting Line Foundation, this special event honors the courage, sacrifice, and service of our military community. Whether you're running in memory, in celebration, or simply in support, come be part of a day filled with gratitude, unity, and patriotic spirit. All ages and fitness levels welcomelets run with purpose and salute those who serve!
EVENT RULES
This is a walker, jogger, runner, everything in between, and friendly. Strollers are allowed, but we ask that you start at the back. Please be careful when passing and approaching your fellow participants.
There is a 2-hour (2.0) time limit for the 5 K.
CANCELLATION POLICY
All entry fees and processing fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. NO EXCEPTIONS. Registrations CANNOT be deferred to the next year. Registrations can only be transferred to another runner via the wait list after the race has sold out. If we catch you transferring a bib to another runner without permission, you will be banned. In the event of postponements, cancellations, format updates, event updates, and/or if you are unable to participate for any reason, there will be no refunds, transfers (to another race or person), and/or deferrals.
_T-SHIRTS ARE INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION BUT ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO SIGN UP AFTER OCTOBER 18. REGISTER EARLY TO SECURE YOURS!_
_Stay up-to-date on happenings around the community. Visit us at www.startinglinefoundation.org [https://www.startinglinefoundation.org]_
EVENT RULES
This is a walker, jogger, runner, everything in between, and friendly. Strollers are allowed, but we ask that you start at the back. Please be careful when passing and approaching your fellow participants.
There is a 2-hour (2.0) time limit for the 5 K.
CANCELLATION POLICY
All entry fees and processing fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. NO EXCEPTIONS. Registrations CANNOT be deferred to the next year. Registrations can only be transferred to another runner via the wait list after the race has sold out. If we catch you transferring a bib to another runner without permission, you will be banned. In the event of postponements, cancellations, format updates, event updates, and/or if you are unable to participate for any reason, there will be no refunds, transfers (to another race or person), and/or deferrals.
_T-SHIRTS ARE INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION BUT ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR PARTICIPANTS WHO SIGN UP AFTER OCTOBER 18. REGISTER EARLY TO SECURE YOURS!_
_Stay up-to-date on happenings around the community. Visit us at www.startinglinefoundation.org [https://www.startinglinefoundation.org]_
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$38.10
T-shirts are included with registration, but not guaranteed for participants who sign up after October 18register early to secure yours! -
1K Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th November 2025 (9:30AM EST)
$27.50
T-shirts are included with registration, but not guaranteed for participants who sign up after October 18register early to secure yours! -
5K- Virtual
Incl. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
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1K Fun Run- Virtual
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
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Location
Lake Accotink Park, 7500 Accotink Park Rd, Springfield, 22150, VA, United States
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