Join us for the 2026 McLean 5K race, hosted by the McLean Community Center (MCC) and the McLean Community Foundation (MCF). Recruit a team of co-workers, teammates, neighbors, and friends, and mark the calendar for October 10, 2026. Race starts at 8 a.m.! The start and finish line is located at the McLean Square Shopping Center , 6631 Old Dominion Dr, McLean, Va. 22101. A certified course through McLean is designed to appeal to runners of all abilities. One more reason to participate: the proceeds from the McLean 5K Race will benefit the McLean Community Foundation, supporting all things McLean, from schools and seniors to the arts, parks, and first responders. Registration Fees: $40 through August 31 $45 September 1 through September 30 $50 October 1 through RACE DAY! Register early to secure your race t-shirt! Due to advance ordering, shirts are not guaranteed for all participants and will be distributed only while supplies last. Packet pickup Friday, October 9, 9am-8pm NEW LOCATION : McLean Community Center (1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101) from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, October 10 from 7am-8am at the event site: 6631 Old Dominion Dr. McLean, VA 22101 Bring a donation for SHARE! As a part of this year's race, we are again collecting food donations to support SHARE of McLean an all-volunteer organization. Please consider bringing a few items from SHARE's Most Needed List . Medals will be given to the overall male and female finisher, and the top two male and female finishers in the following age groups: Under 9, 10-14, 15-19, 20- 24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ We will have prizes to be awarded during the ceremony after the race. You must be present to win. Be sure to stick around! Together, we can do More for McLean.
Course & Travel Notes
The McLean 5K takes place on October 10, 2026, in McLean, Virginia, with the race starting at 8:00 AM, just 47 minutes after sunrise at 7:13 AM. The venue sits at 154 feet elevation, offering relatively flat running conditions. Richmond International Airport (RIC) is conveniently located just 4.4 miles from the race site, making it an easy transfer for out-of-town participants. Expect typical early-October weather with highs around 71°F and lows near 49°F, though be prepared for the possibility of rain, which occurs on about 26% of days during this time of year.
⛰️ 154 ft elevation☀️ Typically 71°F / 49°F · 26% chance of rain✈️ Richmond International Airport (RIC) — 4.4 mi
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McLean 5K 2026 — Mc Lean, VA takes place on October 10, 2026. The race is held in Mc Lean, Virginia.
Where is McLean 5K 2026 — Mc Lean, VA held?
McLean 5K 2026 — Mc Lean, VA is held at McLean Square Shopping Center in Mc Lean, Virginia.
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