Down the Stretch Track Fest

🎉 DOWN THE STRETCH TRACK FEST

Saturday, May 23
George Mason University | Fairfax, VA
4x800 - Mile - 5k - 10k

Open/Community to Elite/Pro Heats

🎉 Welcome to the second Annual Down the Stretch Track Fest!

George Mason University – Fairfax, VA
Saturday, May 23

We’re back—and this year, we’re turning up the volume!

✨ What's New This Year

• Expanded Fun: We've moved the meet to Saturday for more heats of the open mile, 5000m, and the addition of the 4x800m relay!
• Atmosphere: A high-energy, music-filled environment awaits!
• Food and Drink: Food trucks & beer from Aslin Beer Co.
• Dynamic Announcers: Get ready for an exciting experience!

🏃‍♂️ Meet Details

• Sanctioning: USATF & World Athletics sanctioned
• Eligibility: Open to all runners who can maintain: 10:00/mile or 30:00/5K
• Age Groups: All ages welcome
• Beverage Included: One complimentary beer or another beverage with entry

💰 Webb Mile Prize Money

• 1st Place: $350
• 2nd Place: $100
• 3rd Place: $50
• Divisions: Men’s & Women’s divisions

👶 Youth Mile Entry

Youth Mile (13 & under): FREE ENTRY!

☔ Weather Policy

In case of inclement weather, races will be delayed until continuation is no longer feasible.

💥 Join the Action!

Bring your energy. Bring your spikes. Bring your friends. Let’s race under the lights at DTS! 🌟

🎟️ Looking for spectator tickets?

Head Here

If you':re not running, pacing or coaching - you need a spectator ticket!

Introducing tracksiding seating! Get up and close to the action.

🕒 Race Schedule

• 5:25 - Open Mile (10:00 cutoff)
• 6:25 - Free Youth Mile (15:00 cutoff)
• 6:45 - Open 5000 (30:00 cutoff)
• 7:45 - 4x800 Relay (12:00 / 3:00 avg per leg cutoff)
• 8:15 - Select 5k
• 9:00 - Webb Mile
• 9:30 - Select 10k

Schedule subject to change
Youth mile - 13 & under (boys & girls combined)
Open races are men's, women's and nonbinary combined
Select heats & Webb Mile are women’s followed by men’s

For more information, visit our race page: Down the Stretch Track Fest.