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Burke Lake Christmas Eve 10K

Name: Burke Lake Christmas Eve 10K
Start: 2026-12-24
End: 2026-12-24
Location: Burke Lake

Burke Lake, United States • 24 Dec 2026

Burke Lake Christmas Eve 5k & 10k

The event is a trail run held on December 24, 2026 at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station, Virginia. The course follows trails around Burke Lake and is described as a scenic route. Walkers are welcome to attend the event.

Distances offered:

5 km trail around Burke Lake
10 km trail around Burke Lake

Virtual participation options are available with different package choices, including registrations with or without a medal and with a medal plus shirt. In-person and virtual entries have tiered pricing that increases closer to the event date; published prices show higher amounts for late and same-day registration. Registration fees are shown to include mandatory charges and processing fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Virginia Burke Lake

Race information

Registration

10 km

10k

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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