2026 NOVA Running Club 5K
- Date
- August 25, 2026
- Location
- Bluemont Park, Arlington, VA
- Distance
- 2026 NOVA Running Club 5K
From the Organizer
Join the NOVA Running Club for our annual 5K race at Bluemont Park! A fast out-and-back course on the W&OD trail in Arlington, this is a great opportunity for a low-key weeknight race. Come shake off the heat and support the club and your fellow Northern Virginia community runners. Limited field size keeps this race very relaxed (and not crowded on the trail).
Online registration until 11:59pm on August 24, 2026. Race day registration also available.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
87°
Typical Low
70°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Washington Reagan Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Arlington, VA
Elevation
264 ft
Nearest Airport
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 NOVA Running Club 5K?
- 2026 NOVA Running Club 5K is a running race held in Arlington, Virginia on August 25, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2026 NOVA Running Club 5K?
- Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Arlington, Virginia at Bluemont Park, Arlington, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 NOVA Running Club 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2026 NOVA Running Club 5K
Aug 25, 2026