Spring Memorial Half
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2026 Spring Memorial 5k, 10k, & Half
The event takes place at Lake Accotink in Springfield, VA and is organized by Bishops Events. Points earned at the races count toward the Year-Long 5k, 10k, Endurance and Back of the Pack Series, and toward the Spring Series. A virtual race option is also offered.
Distances:
- 5k
- 10k
- Half marathon
Course details state the 5k is an out-and-back trail route on the south side of the lake. The 10k combines an out-and-back on the north side with an out-and-back on the south side and is mostly trail with a notable paved section. The half marathon runs about five miles out on the north side before returning and includes roughly 50 percent pavement; runners pass the start/finish area at about mile 10. The half has a 3 hour 15 minute completion time limit.
Event services include chip timing, live results via Athlinks and an on-course QR code, runner tracking via SMS at registration, a finisher medal and a technical (Drifit) event shirt. Water stations are provided: eight on the half, three on the 10k and one on the 5k, with Gatorade at some stations. Packet pickup is available at the event and race day registration is offered though shirt sizes for race day registrants are not guaranteed.
Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to top finishers in multiple age groups. The event partners with the EOD Warrior Foundation. The organizer operates an all-weather policy and will notify registered participants if the race is canceled. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
