The Westover 10k

2026 The Westover 5k & 10k

The Westover event takes place on October 17 at Bluemont Park in Arlington, Virginia. The event offers the following distances:

• 5 km
• 10 km

The course follows the W and OD paved trail and is described as flat with minimal elevation change. The 10 km route repeats the out and back segment twice. Walkers and strollers are welcome. A virtual run option is available for participants who cannot attend in person.

Registered runners receive a finisher's medal, a technical Drifit event shirt, and chip timing. T-shirts are guaranteed for runners registered before October 7; additional shirts will be available after that date on a first come first served basis. Standard registration fees are listed with early deadlines: 5k entry at $30 until September 30 (then $35) and 10k entry at $45 until September 30 (then $50). Prices increase by $5 on race morning.

Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second place in age categories including 19 and under, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, and 70 plus. Live results are posted on Athlinks and final results with series points are posted the Monday after the race; a QR code at the event links to live timing.

There are three water stations on the 10k course (approximate mile markers 1.55, 3.1, and 4.65) and one on the 5k (approximate mile 1.55); some stations offer Gatorade. Restrooms are onsite. Packet pickup and race day registration are available; participants are advised to allow time to check in. The race operates in all weather conditions and organizers will notify registered participants if the event is cancelled or changed.

The event benefits Arlington Free Clinic and awards points toward the Year Long 5k and 10k series, the Back of the Pack series, and the Fall Series. The Back of the Pack series is designed for runners who average slower paces and is not a cutoff time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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