ASHRAE: Run for Research is a 5K running event held in Fairfax, Virginia on June 14, 2026. The race takes place at Grand Commons Avenue and starts at 8:00 AM. Entry fees range from $30 to $40, making it an affordable option for runners looking to support research while getting in a early-morning 5K. This is a solid option for athletes training for longer distances or those seeking a local race to round out their spring schedule.
From the Race Organizer
Join ASHRAE National Capital Chapter for the Run for Research 5K on Sunday, June 14 in Fairfax, Virginia. ASHRAE is the international society of heating, refrigerating, and air-conditioning professionals. Founded in 1894, ASHRAE is dedicated to advancing human well-being through sustainable technology for the built environment. The Society and its members focus on building systems, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, refrigeration, and sustainability within the industry. Through research, standards writing, publishing, and continuing education, ASHRAE shapes tomorrow's built environment today. For more information, please visit www.ashrae.org ASHRAE's Mission is to "serve humanity by advancing the arts and sciences of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and their allied fields." Their vision is of a "healthy and sustainable environment for all." ASHRAE invites members of the community to run or walk with members and volunteers of the local chapter of ASHRAE. All proceeds will help to directly support the chapter's contribution to ASHRAE research. Location & Time: Fairfax Corner Shopping Center 4100 Monument Corner Fairfax, VA 22030 Sunday, June 14 at 8:00 AM Registration Fees: 5K: $30 through March 31 $35 through May 31 $40 through Race Day Online registration will remain OPEN through Race Morning. All registrants must register online. Packet pick up will be at the BURKE =PR= Run and Walk store (5715 Burke Centre Pkwy, Burke, VA 22015) on Saturday, June 13, from 12:00-3:00 pm, and then at the Fairfax Corner Plaza on race day starting at 7:00 am. Participants will receive a commemorative performance shirt. Since 1960, ASHRAE has sponsored research studies at universities and research firms. The results of these studies have been used to prepare chapters in the ASHRAE Handbook series; as foundational material in special publications, in the formulation of standards; to train university students as they prepare for the service in the HVAC&R industry; and to spread the knowledge gained through presentation at Society Conferences and publication in ASHRAE Transactions or conference proceedings. For more information, please visit ASHRAERP
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When is ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K 2026 — Fairfax, VA?
ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K 2026 — Fairfax, VA takes place on June 14, 2026. The race is held in Fairfax, Virginia.
Where is ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K 2026 — Fairfax, VA held?
ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K 2026 — Fairfax, VA is held at 11895 Grand Commons Ave in Fairfax, Virginia.
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