Hotels Near RUN! GEEK! RUN! 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 — Alexandria, VA Sep 2026

Date

September 27, 2026

Location

Alexandria, VA

Venue

1005 Mt Vernon Ave

Start Time

8:30 AM

Entry Fee

$20.00 – $40.00

Events

RUN! GEEK! RUN! 5K, RUN! GEEK! RUN! 1-Mile Fun Run

Includes

T-Shirt

RUN! GEEK! RUN! is a running event held in Alexandria, Virginia, offering both a 5K and a 1-mile option on September 27, 2026. The race starts at 8:30 AM from 1005 Mt Vernon Ave. Entry fees range from $20 to $40, making it an affordable option for runners of varying experience levels. With two distance choices, the event accommodates both competitive runners tackling the 5K and those seeking a shorter 1-mile effort. If you're traveling to Alexandria for this race, you'll want accommodation near the Mt Vernon Avenue venue to minimize travel time before the early morning start.

From the Race Organizer

RUN ! GEEK ! RUN ! is an annual, charity 5K run/walk race, on a USATF certified, flat and fast course. We also have a 1-mile Fun Run option. Truly a community event - hosted by an Alexandria nonprofit, supported by local schools and organizations, and benefiting a different Alexandria-based non-profit each year. Our 2026 beneficiary is the Scholarship Fund of Alexandria .

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is RUN! GEEK! RUN! 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 — Alexandria, VA?

RUN! GEEK! RUN! 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 — Alexandria, VA takes place on September 27, 2026. The race is held in Alexandria, Virginia.

Where is RUN! GEEK! RUN! 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 — Alexandria, VA held?

RUN! GEEK! RUN! 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 — Alexandria, VA is held at 1005 Mt Vernon Ave in Alexandria, Virginia.

Where can I find hotels near RUN! GEEK! RUN! 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 — Alexandria, VA?

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