OLD TOWN RUN CLUB “May the Force be with you” 5K & Kids 1 Miler – Alexandria, VA 2026

Date
May 3, 2026
Location
Alexandria, VA
Venue
4001 Eisenhower Avenue
Start Time
9:30 AM
Events
5K Fun Run & Walk, Kids 1 Mile Fun Run & Walk
Includes
T-Shirt (Dri-fit)
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On May 3, 2026, Old Town Run Club hosts the "May the Force be with you" 5K and Kids 1 Miler in Alexandria, Virginia. The event takes place at 4001 Eisenhower Avenue with a 9:30 AM start time. Runners can compete in either the 5K distance or the 1-mile kids' event. This is a straightforward local running event in the Alexandria area, making it accessible for athletes of various levels and ages. If you're traveling to the race, you'll want lodging near the Eisenhower Avenue venue for easy access on race morning.

From the Race Organizer
Please join Old Town Run Club (OTRC) for our "May the Force be with you" Kids 1 Miler and 5K at Cameron Run Regional Park, Alexandria VA. We will honor National Star Wars Day on Sunday May 3rd, and we are looking forward to a fun day of races with lots of kids and silly adults dressed up as their favorite Star Wars character. We will have awesome prizes for best costumes. The course is a picturesque wooded run through one of the prettiest parks in NOVA. Strollers and dogs (on leashes) are most welcome. Post race celebration will be held at Atlas Brew Works, 2429 Mandeville Lane, Alexandria VA 22332. Join in the fun, great beer, Andy's Pizza on site. Recommend you catch up on the movies as their will be Star Wars Team Trivia at Atlas. The winning team will receive a $100.00 Gift Card, prizes for second and third place. Check out Atlas and Andy's Pizza @ facebook.com/atlasbrewworks . Package Pick-up will be at Atlas Brew Works on Saturday 2 May 2026 from 1-5 PM. On site registration and

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is OLD TOWN RUN CLUB “May the Force be with you” 5K & Kids 1 Miler – Alexandria, VA 2026?

OLD TOWN RUN CLUB “May the Force be with you” 5K & Kids 1 Miler – Alexandria, VA 2026 takes place on May 3, 2026. The race is held in Alexandria, Virginia.

Where is OLD TOWN RUN CLUB “May the Force be with you” 5K & Kids 1 Miler – Alexandria, VA 2026 held?

OLD TOWN RUN CLUB “May the Force be with you” 5K & Kids 1 Miler – Alexandria, VA 2026 is held at 4001 Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria, Virginia.

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