West Springfield Pyramid Challenge November 2026 — Springfield, VA

Date
November 14, 2026
Location
Springfield, VA
Venue
Washington Irving Middle School
Start Time
10:00 AM
Sunrise
6:50 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
Half Mile Kindergarten (Boys & Girls), Half Mile First Grade (Boys & Girls), Half Mile Second Grade (Boys & Girls), Half Mile Third Grade (Boys & Girls), 200 Meter Unified Run (K-6 Boys & Girls), One Mile Fourth, Fifth & Sixth Grade (Boys)
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The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge is a free running event taking place on November 14, 2026, at Washington Irving Middle School in Springfield, Virginia. The race offers three distances: 200 meters, 1 mile, and 5 miles. The typical start time is 10:00 AM.

From the Race Organizer
The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge is a FREE fun run that started years ago with the goal of introducing cross-country running, encouraging community involvement, and fostering school spirit among the elementary schools of the West Springfield Pyramid. This year's event will take place on Saturday, November 14 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Washington Irving Middle School. Students from the participating elementary schools will run a half-mile or one-mile course, depending on their grade level. This year's event also includes a unified heat with an accessible 200-meter course for students with physical and cognitive disabilities. The participating elementary schools are: Cardinal Forest, Hunt Valley, Keene Mill, Orange Hunt, Rolling Valley, Sangster and West Springfield. RACE SCHEDULE: Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your race start time to pick up your t-shirt and bib! 10:00 am: Half Mile Kindergarten (Boys & Girls) 10:15 am: Half Mile 1st Grade (Boys & Girls) 10:30 am: Half Mile 2nd Grade (Boys & Girls) 10:45 am: Half Mile 3rd Grade (Boys & Girls) 11:00 am: Unified Run (K-6 Boys & Girls; 200 Meters) 11:10 am: Mascots Race (Weather Permitting) 11:20 am: One Mile 4th, 5th & 6th Grade (Boys) 11:40 am: One Mile 4th, 5th & 6th Grade (Girls) A HUGE thank you to our sponsor, David Hughes Orthodontics ! Please contact your PTA with any questions!

Course & Travel Notes

In November, Springfield experiences typical monthly normals with average highs of 58°F and average lows of 42°F, with 28% of days seeing measurable precipitation. The West Springfield Pyramid Challenge takes place at 253 ft elevation, with a 10:00 AM start time occurring over three hours after sunrise at 6:50 AM. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is located 9.4 miles from the venue.

⛰️ 253 ft elevation☀️ Typically 58°F / 42°F · 28% chance of rain✈️ Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) — 9.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is West Springfield Pyramid Challenge November 2026 — Springfield, VA?

West Springfield Pyramid Challenge November 2026 — Springfield, VA takes place on November 14, 2026. The race is held in Springfield, Virginia.

Where is West Springfield Pyramid Challenge November 2026 — Springfield, VA held?

West Springfield Pyramid Challenge November 2026 — Springfield, VA is held at Washington Irving Middle School in Springfield, Virginia.

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