Tuesday Night 5k
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Event Overview
This event is a Tuesday Night 5k race held at Lake Accotink in Springfield, Virginia. It is one of eight events in the organizer's Weekday Race Series for 2026, and points earned also count towards their Year-Long 5k and Back of the Pack series.
Distances and Registration
The event offers a single race distance:
- 5k
The registration fee for the 5k is $22, with a stated price increase of $5 on race day. Race day registration is available. Walkers are welcome to attend.
Course and Location
The course is described as flat, paved, fast, and an easy out-and-back route along Lake Accotink to Byron Avenue. A 10k race is mentioned as doing the same 5k loop twice.
Runner Information
Participants receive chip timing and a finisher's medal. Event shirts are not provided. There is one water station along the 5k course, approximately at mile marker 1.55, which may also serve Gatorade. Restrooms are located at the top of a hill near the beach.
The event has a "Back of the Pack" time of 11:00 minutes per mile. This is not a cutoff but a pace marker for a separate series allowing runners of similar paces to compete for points. Live results will be posted online via Athlinks.com, and a QR code will be available on-site. Photos taken by staff are posted on the organizer's Facebook page after the event.
Packet pickup and race day registration occur at the event site. Participants are advised to arrive one hour before the race start time for check-in.
Logistics and Policies
The event follows an all-weather policy, proceeding in rain, shine, sleet, or snow. Cancellations are rare and would be communicated via email and social media. Parking is at Lake Accotink Park, with specific GPS coordinates provided for location. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
