Veteran's Day Defenders Dash 10k
NOV
7
2026
Trail races of 5K and 10K take place at Burke Lake Park on November 7, 2026; walkers are welcome and multiple virtual entry options are available.
Sat 7 Nov 2026
10 kilometers
5 kilometers
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Veteran’s Day Defenders Dash 5k & 10k
Veteran’s Day Defenders Dash is a trail running event at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station, Virginia, held on November 7, 2026. The course follows trails around Burke Lake and features lake-side scenery along the route. Walkers are explicitly welcome to attend.
The event offers in-person distances:
- 5 km trail around Burke Lake
- 10 km trail around Burke Lake
There are also virtual participation options with different finish items: virtual with medal, virtual with medal and shirt, and virtual without medal or shirt. Registration is tiered by date with listed prices that include mandatory charges and fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
10 km
10k
5 km
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