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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 Burke Lake Christmas Eve 5k & 10k takes place on December 24, 2026 at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station, VA. The event offers in-person trail races that circle Burke Lake and is open to runners and walkers. The setting is described as scenic, following trails around the lake and through park surroundings.

Distances offered include:

5k in-person trail course around Burke Lake
10k in-person trail course around Burke Lake

Virtual participation is available with several entry options, including virtual entries with a medal, virtual entries without a medal or shirt, and virtual entries with both a medal and a shirt. Registration fees apply and vary by distance and registration period. Event information references Burke Lake Park on Ox Road in Fairfax Station as the location and lists related event resources and calendar options. The description focuses on a trail experience around the lake and explicitly notes that walkers are welcome to attend. 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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