Veteran's Day Defenders Dash 10k
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Veteran’s Day Defenders Dash 5k & 10k
The Veteran’s Day Defenders Dash is a running event held at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station, Virginia on November 7, 2026. The course uses park trails around Burke Lake and is described as scenic; the setting is lakefront trails within the park.
Distances offered include:
- 5 km trail course
- 10 km trail course
Walkers are welcome to participate in the event. In addition to in-person race options, the event offers virtual participation with several entry categories, including virtual entries that include a medal, and virtual entries that include both a medal and a shirt.
Registration pricing is provided for each entry type. Early in-person entry for the 5K is listed at $33.63 and increases for later registration; the 10K early entry is listed at $49.64 with higher fees closer to the event. Virtual entry fees include options starting at $12.28 for a virtual entry without medal or shirt, and other virtual options priced higher.
The event materials reference Burke Lake Park, Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA, and describe the appeal of the park trails around the lake without specifying course elevation or aid station locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
