Try Or Fail Spring Forward 10K, 5K, 1 Mile

  • Date Sat 18th April 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Lorton, Virginia
  • Price $17.61 - $38.96
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the fifth annual Try Or Fail Spring Forward races on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the beautiful Lorton, Fairfax. This vibrant event features race distances for everyone, including a thrilling 10K, a scenic 5K, and a family-friendly 1 Mile run, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Workhouse Arts Center. Participants will enjoy a unique running experience as the 5K and 10K courses transition from paved roads to the scenic Cross Country Trail, while the 1-mile course offers a pleasant out-and-back route on the Arts Center property.

Not only will you be moving your body and soaking in the art-filled surroundings, but you'll also be supporting a great cause! A portion of the proceeds will benefit the American Heart Association, making every step count. Plus, all runners registered by March 28 will receive a stylish Performance Event T-Shirt and a commemorative Race Medal. Strollers and walkers are warmly welcomed, ensuring that everyone can join in the fun and camaraderie. Don't miss out on this exciting event—mark your calendar and lace up your running shoes for a fantastic day of community spirit and healthy living!

Organiser's Description

Come join us for the fifth annual Try or Fail Spring Forward races! The 1-mile course will be run on the Workhouse Arts Center property starting and ending at the baseball fields going out and back. The 5K and the 10K races will both start from the Workhouse Arts Center as well, beginning on road and transitioning into the Cross Country Trail towards Giles Run before turning around to return to the Workhouse Arts Center. The grounds of the previous Lorton Reformatory have been repurposed by the Cultural Arts Center and houses famous pieces of art by local and renown artists which truly is a site to see during the year.

GIVING BACK - Part of the proceeds for this event are going towards donating to the American Heart Association.

RUNNERS RECEIVE - A Performance Event T-Shirt and a Race Medal if you're registered by March 28th. Runners will also be receiving a chip timed event. We will have some extra T-shirts for individuals who register after that date, but it will be as a first-come basis while supplies last.

ALLOWED - Strollers and walkers are more than welcome to participate and join the event. Our goal here is to get everybody moving and to come together for a good cause while adding a fun atmosphere.

RACE DAY REGISTRATION - There will be race day registration for individuals, but we ask you to arrive early enough before the race if you plan on using this option. This will allow us enough time to get you registered and ready to go, but T-shirts and Medals can't be guaranteed here as we are ordering prior to the event.

For more information about Try or Fail, go here: https://www.tryorfail.com/

Races

  • 10k

    Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $38.96

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.63 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (8:45AM EDT)

    $33.63

  • 1 Mile

    Incl. $2.61 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th April 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $17.61

    For Kids Ages 12 and under

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Location

9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, 22079, VA, United States

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