DLS 5k & 1-Mile for Lewy Body Dementia

DLS 5k & 1-Mile for Lewy Body Dementia

Event Overview

• Date: Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
• Location: Bon Air Park & Rose Gardens, Arlington, VA
• Proceeds: Benefit the Lewy Body Dementia Association - Learn more
• About Lewy Body: Lewy Body is a progressive brain disorder many people have never heard of - despite being the second most common type of dementia after Alzheimer's.

Race Details

• Course: Out-and-back, mostly flat along the W&OD Trail
• Start/Finish Line: On the trail at Bon Air Park & Rose Gardens
• T-Shirts: All finishers will receive a t-shirt (best efforts for those registering after July 22nd)
• Prizes: Awarded to the top finishers!

Race Schedule

• 5k and 1-Mile Start Time: 9:10am
• Kids' Dash: Starts at 9:00am (~300 meters)
• Kids' Prize: All children will receive a prize at their finish line
• Timing Method: Manual timing with a race clock and bibs (no chips)

Participation and Volunteering

• Who Can Join: Everyone is welcome - no pace requirements!
• Virtual Option: Available - t-shirts will be mailed to those who register before the deadline (and as much as possible for late registrants)
• Volunteering: Interested in helping on race day? Please reach out to race organizer, Kate, at kmarden@dlsdc.com
• Get Involved: Come out to walk, jog, run, spectate, or volunteer!

Registration

For more information and to register, visit the official race page.