We are excited to be hosting our 1st RunFest in the Virginia region in 2024! Come race with us to support ASA’s Wingman Program –
spread awarness, raise funds, have fun, and enjoy good company! We can’t wait to see you there!
Online Registrations for RunFest 2023 are now CLOSED. If you missed out on registering online this year, don’t worry! Check out Packet Pick-up information to find out where you can register in person. You can make a donation below to support The Wingman Program and our Athletes!
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Date: Sunday, September 22nd, 2024
Location: Reston Town Center, 1818 Discovery St, Reston, VA 20190
Race Distances: 5K & Virtual Participation
Want to volunteer instead of running? Sign up to become a RunFest Volunteer!
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
You may register as soon as registration opens all the way up until the day of RunFest. Prices increase leading up to the day of the race, so we encourage you to take advantage of our Launch (ends on 6/15 at midnight) and Early-Bird (6/16 – 7/5) pricing. Race entry fees are non-refundable.
*Race Day Registration will be available at packet pick up locations as well as on site on race day morning.
Online Registration is now closed, but you can still register in person!
*Race Day Registration will be available Friday 4/21 at Packet Pick-up locations as well as on site on race day morning from 7:30-8:45 AM.
PRICING
5K RACE
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Launch (ends 6/15 at midnight)
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Early Bird - $30
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Regular- $40
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Day-Of Registration: $45
ASA Participants
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Free Registration:
Must be a participant in the 2024 Wingman Program.
SCHOOL / Club COMPETITION
The high school teams with the most members AND the team that earns the highest fundraising amount for RunFest will each win a pizza party!
Email Julie to learn more or officially register your high school team with RunFest.
2024 INCENTIVES
TEAM incentive
Racing is more fun with friends by your side, so why not take your registration a step further and start a RunFest Team?
10-PERSON TEAMS
Team Captains will get the Custom ASA Sprints Running Hat once their team reaches 10 people.
FUNDRAISING incentives
Not only is racing at RunFest a great way to support ASA, but so is fundraising for our Wingman Program leading up to race day.
Raise $500 or $1,000
Raise $500- receive the 30oz Stanley Stainless Steel Tumbler Water Bottle.
Raise $1,000- receive both the Igloo Seadrift Cooler Backpack & Stanley Tumbler.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE & INFORMATION
RUNFEST IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
Click below to view available parking prior to your arrival at RunFest.
RACE ITINERARY
7:30 AM —RunFest Opens (including race day registration & packet pick up)
8: 30 AM —Village, Games, & Food Stands Open
8:45 AM —Race day registration & packet pick up close
9:00 AM — 5K Start
10:15 AM— Awards Ceremony
5K RACE COURSE
1 MILE RACE COURSE
SAFETY
A first-aid tent will be located by the spot-a-pots for anyone needing basic first aid supplies.
ORANGE HAT CREW
Keep an eye out for our Orange Hat Crew: Anyone wearing a neon orange ASA hat will be available to assist you throughout the event.
If you become separated from your child, find a member of the Orange Hat Crew for help or come to the stage to have an announcement made.
INFLATABLES WAIVER
Parents must sign an inflatables waiver before your child(ren) play on the inflatables. Waivers will be available on-site at the inflatables station, or you may click below to print and complete the waiver prior to arrival.
7:30 AM
RUNFEST OPENS
8:30 AM
PRE-RACE FESTIVITIES BEGIN
ASA Shop, Food, Drinks, & Music
9:00 AM
RACE STARTS
Announcements & Warm-Ups at 8:45. 5K starts at 9AM.
10:15 AM
AWARDS & PRIZES
Learn More about awards & prizes below!
11:30 PM
RUNFEST ENDS
FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL
Whether you join in on the festivities as soon as we open at 9 AM or after you cross the finish line, we can’t wait to celebrate with you! This year’s festival portion of the event will include a post-race party and awards ceremony, food, drinks, music, and fun and games for all ages.
FAMILY FUN ZONE
Games, crafts, face-painting, inflatables, and more await in the Family Fun Zone!
FOOD & DRINKS
It wouldn’t be a proper ASA event without Food & Drinks by Barley’s Backyard! Kids will get a FREE snowball and popcorn from Barley’s Backyard as well!
ASA SHOP
Stock up on all your favorite ASA gear from joggers to shirts, hats, sunglasses, and more!
AWARDS
The awards ceremony will take place at the Post-Race Party after all events have concluded. Awards will be presented for the following categories:
5K RACE WINNERS
1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall Male, Female, and Nonbinary winners plus 1st and 2nd place winners in age group will receive an ASA swag bag and ASA bucks to purchase items of your choice at our shop!
Winners will be selected from each age group in the Men’s, Women’s, & Nonbinary categories. Participants must race in-person (not virtually) in order to be eligible for awards.
Age groups include: Under 14 | 15-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70+
TEAM SIZES
Prizes will be awarded to the Top 3 Largest Teams.
(Prizes to be Announced)
TEAM FUNDRAISING
Prizes will be awarded to the 3 Teams that Fundraised the most.
(Prizes to be Announced)
CHECK OUT THIS YEAR'S RUNFEST T-SHIRT!
PACKET PICK-UP
FRIDAY, APRIL 21
Location 1: 52 Scott Adam Road, Cockeysville, MD
Time: 12 PM – 2 PM
Location 2: RunFest Race Site: 225 Schilling Circle, Hunt Valley, MD
Time: 5 PM – 7PM (Drive-Through Pick-Up)
SATURDAY, APRIL 22 (RACE DAY)
Location: RunFest Race Site: 225 Schilling Circle, Hunt Valley, MD
Time: Packet Pick-Up & Race Day Registration is open from 7:30-8:45 AM