Team up! 5K

  • Date Sat 3rd October 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Fairfax, Virginia
  • Price $38.45
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the annual Team Up! 5K taking place on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, in Fairfax, Virginia! The race kicks off at 8:00 am at The Salvation Army, Fairfax Corps Community Center, located at 4915 Ox Road. This vibrant community event invites participants of all ages to either run for glory or walk alongside friends, all while supporting a noble cause.

The Team Up! 5K is not just a race; it's a fantastic opportunity to raise funds for the Salvation Army's free afterschool programs that enhance the lives of children in Fairfax County. With registration fees starting at just $35 and special rates for youth participants, it's a great way to get active while making a positive impact. Enjoy the excitement of a clock-timed race, and don't miss out on post-race festivities featuring music, snacks, and sponsor booths. Gather your teammates, lace up those running shoes, and join us for a memorable day of community spirit and support!

Organiser's Description

Join us on Saturday, October 3rd for our annual TEAM UP! 5K, starting at 8:00 am. Run the race to try to win a prize or walk the course with a Team of friends!

THE RACE STARTS/FINISHES AT 8:00 AM AT:
THE SALVATION ARMY, FAIRFAX CORPS COMMUNITY CENTER
4915 OX ROAD
FAIRFAX, VA 22030

Our annual 5K is a fundraiser and community-building event in support of the Salvation Army's free afterschool programs that serve the Fairfax County community. Funds raised help us to provide:

* Character building programs
* Music Instruction
* Homework Help
* A warm meal for every student each day....And More!

5K REGISTRATION FEES:
$35 through June 30
$40 July 1 through August 31
$45 September 1 through Race day (October 3)

$20 for 16 & Under participants

ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN THROUGH RACE MORNING. ALL REGISTRATIONS MUST BE DONE ONLINE.

T-shirt sizes are guaranteed for all participants registered by September 15th. Participants who register after September 15th, will receive a t-shirt on a first come, first served basis until our supply runs out.

Teams of runners are welcome and encouraged!

PACKET PICK UP will on Race morning, Saturday, October 3 starting at 6:45 am.

AWARDS will be given to the top 3 male and female overall finishers!

RACE DAY EVENT TIMELINE!

* 6:45 am - Race day registration & packet pick-up opens
* 7:45 am - Warm up
* 8:00 am - 5K Run and Walk starts
* After the race, stay and enjoy music, post race snacks, and visit our sponsor booths.
* The Race will be clock timed only.

Course:
Start - The Salvation Army, going North on Ox Road
Right Turn onto Braddock Road
Right Turn onto Sideburn Road (water station at Oakview Elementary)
Cross Intersection with Right Turn onto Zion Drive
Cross Intersection with Right Turn going South Ox Road
Finish - The Salvation Army

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The Salvation Army of Fairfax, Virginia invites sponsors to support our after school programs and local businesses to join us at our onsite vendor fair on race day. For sponsorship information and levels or to register as a part of the vendor fair, please email: Kelly English at kelly.english@uss.salvationarmy.org

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.45 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 3rd October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $38.45

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4915 Ox Rd, Fairfax, 22030, VA, United States

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