Black Friday 10k - Herndon
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Black Friday 5k and 10k at Frying Pan Park
This event offers chip-timed races on scenic routes at Frying Pan Park in Herndon, VA. Distances are run on a course that combines a technical trail with rocks and roots and a light gravel dirt road that is mostly fairly flat. The 5k is two laps of the route and the 10k is four laps.
Distances:
- 5 km
- 10 km
Runners receive a finisher’s coin, a technical (DriFit) event shirt, and official chip timing. T-shirts are guaranteed for those registered before November 16; additional shirts may be available after that date on a first-come, first-served basis. Packet pickup is available at the event and participants are advised to arrive about one hour before their race to check in. Race day registration is available but shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed for late registrants.
Water and fueling: the 10k has three water stations at about miles 1.55, 3.1 and 4.65; the 5k has one water station at about mile 1.55. Gatorade will be available at some stations. Restrooms are located near the playground.
Results and recognition: live results will be posted on Athlinks and via a race QR code, with final results and series points posted the Monday after the race. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second place in multiple age categories. A charity partner works with retired sled dogs from Alaska to find homes and help dogs adapt to life in the lower 48. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
