ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K
- Date
- June 14, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
From the 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
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Sunday, 6/14
High
93°
Low
—
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
32%
Wind
2 to 7 mph
Host City
About Fairfax, VA
Elevation
426 ft
Nearest Airport
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K
- Date
- June 14, 2026
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- What is the ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K?
- ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K is a running race held in Fairfax, Virginia on June 14, 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 ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K?
- Sunday, June 14, 2026 in Fairfax, Virginia at 11895 Grand Commons Ave, Fairfax, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
ASHRAE: Run for Research 5K
Jun 14, 2026