The Washington DC Chapter of the ROCKS, Inc. 5 Mile Run & 2 Mile Walk

Saturday, September 14, 2024 Past event

8:00 AM EDT

Alexandria, Virginia

$27.50 · 1 race

5 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Washington DC Chapter of the ROCKS, Inc. 5 Mile Run & 2 Mile Walk on Saturday, September 14th, 2024, in beautiful Alexandria! This annual event promises a fantastic atmosphere as participants lace up their running shoes and hit the scenic Mount Vernon Trail, starting and finishing at Jones Point Park. Runners will take off at 8:00 AM, followed by walkers at 8:15 AM, so be sure to arrive early to check in by 7:30 AM. With water stations set up at the 1-mile and 2.5-mile markers, you’ll stay refreshed as you conquer your chosen distance.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event is open to everyone, making it a perfect opportunity to gather friends and family for a day of health and camaraderie. Plus, even though T-shirts are no longer available, you can still participate for just $25 and earn a signature DC ROCKS medal! Don’t miss out on this chance to enjoy a wonderful day outdoors while supporting a great cause!

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The Washington DC ROCKS 5 Mile Run & 2 Mile Walk

Incl. $2.50 Fee

Check-in begins at 6:45 am and closes at 7:30 am. The Washington DC Chapter President addresses participants from 7:30 am - 7:35 am The run starts at 8:00 The walk begins at 8:15

8:00 AM EDT

$27.50

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Organiser's description

JOIN US ON OUR ANNUAL 5-MILE RUN AND 2-MILE WALK ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH, IN ALEXANDRIA! THE RUN AND WALK WILL BEGIN AND END AT JONES POINT PARK AND TRAVERSE ALONG THE MOUNT VERNON TRAIL.

RUNNERS AND WALKERS MUST CHECK IN BY 7:30 A.M. TO RECEIVE THEIR BIBS. CHECK-IN WILL OPEN AT 6:45 AM. THE RUN WILL BEGIN PROMPTLY AT 8:00 A.M., AND THE WALK WILL FOLLOW AT 8:15 A.M. WATER STATIONS WILL BE LOCATED AT THE 1-MILE AND 2.5-MILE MARKERS.

BRING YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL!

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WE ARE SORRY TO INFORM YOU THAT WE NO LONGER HAVE T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR OUR GIVEAWAY. FOR THIS REASON, WE REDUCED OUR REGISTRATION FEE TO $25.00. HOWEVER, YOU WILL STILL RECEIVE OUR SIGNATURE DC ROCKS MEDAL.