St. Rita 5K & Fun Run for Education

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Whether you're a serious runner, a casual stroller, or a pint-sized sprinter, we’ve got a race for you. Help us support St. Rita Catholic School while enjoying a fun-filled morning of fitness, fall colors, and community spirit in the heart of Alexandria.

🏁 Course Details

Get ready for a flat, fast, and tree-lined out-and-back route along Main Line Boulevard and Potomac Ave. in the charming Potomac Yard neighborhood. You’ll start and finish just behind George Washington Middle School (enter via Mt. Vernon Ave.), where crisp fall air and vibrant autumn leaves set the scene for a memorable race.

🗓️ Race Day Schedule

• 6:45–8:00am: Packet Pickup & Onsite Registration
• 8:00am: 1K Fun Run (perfect for kids!)
• 8:30am: 5K Main Event
• 9:30am: Awards Ceremony & Sponsor Expo Fun

🎟️ Packet Pickup Options

Pick up your race bib and our signature student-designed t-shirt (limited to the first 500 registrants!) at one of these convenient times:

1. Wed, Nov. 5: 3–6pm – St. Rita School (3801 Russell Rd, Alexandria)
2. Fri, Nov. 7: 4–7pm – St. Rita School
3. Race Morning: 6:45–8am – At the registration table near the start line

Use the alley entrance behind the church to access the school parking lot.

🏅 Awards & Prizes

We love to celebrate our runners! Prizes include cash, gift cards, and medals, thanks to our amazing sponsors.

• Top 3 Overall Male & Female: (Open & Masters 40+) – Cash + Gift Cards
• Top 2 in Each Age Group: (15-70+) – Gift Cards
• Top 3 Youth Finishers: (Ages 8 & under to 13-14) – Medals

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for the Whole Family

• The 1K Fun Run: is untimed but full of cheer (top finishers will be recognized!)
• Strollers: welcome
• No bag check: so pack light
• Easy access: to the starting line—just steps from the Braddock Rd. Metro (Yellow/Blue Line)
• Free parking: is available

🎉 Don’t Miss the Sponsor Expo

Before and after the race, explore sponsor booths featuring giveaways, games, and goodies! Local businesses are helping make this event special—show them some love!

❤️ Why We Run

Every step you take supports St. Rita Catholic School’s mission to provide a transformative Catholic education. Your participation helps fund:

• $55,000/year: in classroom support
• $30,550/year: for teacher support
• Monthly appreciation events: for our incredible educators

Our school proudly serves one of the most diverse student bodies in the region and is recognized as a Virginia Distinguished Purple Star School, supporting military families with heart and hospitality.

👕 Limited Edition T-Shirts

Register early to claim your one-of-a-kind student-designed race tee! Only the first 500 registrants will get one, and sizes are limited.

Ready to register?