Ugly Sweater Dash Half Marathon
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2026 Ugly Sweater Dash 5k, 10k & Half
The Ugly Sweater Dash is a trail running event at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station on November 28, 2026. The event includes multiple distances and a virtual race option for those who cannot attend in person. Points from this event count toward the Year-Long 5k, 10k, Endurance, and Back of the Pack Series, and toward the Fall Series.
Distances
- 5k
- 10k
- Half marathon
Courses are trail routes that are described as fairly flat and well maintained with exposed roots to navigate. The 5k and 10k use a single out-and-back layout; the half marathon is an out-and-back run completed twice. The race starts and finishes at Shelter A inside Burke Lake Park. Walkers are welcome.
Runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical (DriFit) event shirt, and chip timing. T-shirt sizes are guaranteed for runners registered before November 16; extra shirts are provided on a first-come, first-served basis after that date. Water stations are placed along each course with Gatorade available at some stations. The event benefits Paws for Purple Hearts. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second place in standard age-group categories from 19 and under through 70 plus. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
