From the Organizer
Join the Friends of Reston on Sunday, October 4th, for the 6th Annual Fall 5K to help raise funds for their scholarship and enrichment programs. All proceeds for this event support the Friends of Reston, a 501(c)3 supporting organization of Reston Association.
New this year, Friends of Reston is excited to announce the addition of a Pumpkin Dash. This is a free event intended for children 10 and under, but all kids are welcome to participate. Children in the dash will receive a small pumpkin for finishing the race.
The race will start and finish at Browns Chapel Park. The Pumpkin Dash will start at 8:00 am, and the 5K race will start at 8:15 am. Runners will run along the Reston paved trails.
Registration Fees:
5K - $40 through August 14
$45 August 14 through September 30
$50 October 1 through Race Day.
5K (14 & Under) - $25 through August 14
$30 August 15 through September 30
$35 October 1 through Race Day.
Pumpkin Dash - Free registration, does not include a race shirt. Pumpkin Dash participants may purchase a shirt for $15
On-Line registration will remain open through Race Morning. All registrations must be completed on-line.
Packet pick up will be at the Browns Chapel Park (1575 Brown's Chapel Rd, Reston, VA 20191) on Saturday, October 3 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Runners registered before September 14 will be guaranteed a commemorative race shirt, all others will be first come first served basis.
Awards will be given to the overall male & female top 3 finishers, as well as the top male and female finisher in the following age groups; 9 & under, 10-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 60-69, 70-79 and 80+.
Strollers are welcome!
Volunteers are needed. Please contact ha@reston.org or call 703-495-7986 to volunteer. There will be a volunteer orientation on Saturday, October 3 at 11:00am. Please meet at the concession stand at Browns Chapel.
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
69°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Vienna, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Reston, VA
City Elevation
315 ft
Nearest Airport
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Friends of Reston Fall 5K?
- Friends of Reston Fall 5K is a running race held in Reston, Virginia on October 4, 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 Friends of Reston Fall 5K?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Reston, Virginia at Browns Chapel. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Friends of Reston Fall 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Friends of Reston Fall 5K
Oct 4, 2026