Van Metre 5K Run

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Established: The Van Metre 5K Run was established in 1992 to benefit Children's National Hospital.
• Participation: The event includes a One Mile Fun Run/Walk inviting everyone from serious runners, occasional joggers, and walkers of all skill levels to participate.
• Fundraising: To date the Van Metre 5K Run has raised over $2.9 million dollars in support of Children's National.
• Date & Time: Join us on April 26th at 8:30am!

🎉 Race Day Activities

• Interactive Fun: Activities include an interactive warm-up for the kids, arts and crafts, and face painting.
• Prizes: Cash prizes for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall male and female runners: additional prizes for the top two male and female runners in every age group.
• Raffle Prizes: A variety of other raffle and door prizes, including prizes for social media contests!
• Refreshments: Enjoy refreshments and snacks provided by local restaurants and businesses including bottled water, fresh fruit, and complimentary pizza!

📏 Race Details

• Course: The Van Metre 5K Run provides a USATF certified course and uses a ChronoTrack race timing system with disposable B-tags.
• For Everyone: From corporate teams to families with strollers and dogs, there is something fun for everyone!
• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @VM5KRUN for additional race-related updates.
• Appreciation: We are grateful for the generosity and support of our sponsors, participants, partners, and volunteers who make this event special.

📍 Location

• Venue: Broadlands Marketplace
• Address: 43170 Southern Walk Plaza, Broadlands, VA 20148

💵 Registration Fees

• 5K Adult: $30
• 5K Youth (12 & Under): $20
• 3-Person Corporate Team: $110
• 4-Person Corporate Team: $125
• 1 Mile Adult: $25
• 1 Mile Youth (12 & Under): $15

🗓️ Packet Pickup

• Thursday, April 24: 4-7pm at =PR= One Loudoun (20432 Exchange St., Ashburn, VA 20147).
• Friday, April 25: 12-5 pm at Rubino's Pizzeria at Broadlands Marketplace (43170 Southern Walk Plaza, Broadlands, VA 20148).
• Saturday, April 26: 7:30-8:15 am at Event Venue (Broadlands Marketplace).

👕 Participant Perks

• Special Edition: Race participants will receive a special edition t-shirt and custom race bib.

🔗 For More Information

• Website: Visit our race page at Van Metre 5K Run.