Sleigh Bell Strider 10k - Arlington
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2026 Sleigh Bell Strider 5k & 10k - Arlington
The event on December 12 offers chip-timed road races on a paved route at Barcroft Park along Four Mile Run in Arlington. The course follows the Four Mile Run Trail, includes a number of rolling hills, and both distances are run as out and back routes.
Distances
- 5k
- 10k
Runners receive a finisher’s medal and a technical (Dri-FIT) event shirt. Results are posted live on Athlinks with a QR code at the race; final results with series points are posted the Monday after the event. Points from this event count toward the Year-Long 5k, 10k, and Back of the Pack Series, and toward the Fall Series.
There is a virtual race option. Water stations: three on the 10k at about miles 1.55, 3.1, and 4.65; one on the 5k at about mile 1.55. Gatorade may be available at some stations. Port-a-john restrooms are provided in the park.
Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second place in standard age groups from 19 & under through 70+. Packet pickup is available at the event; race day registration is offered but T-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed for day-of registrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
