10K
The lake loop
A 6.2-mile wooded trail that circles Burke Lake.
$49.33includes processing fee
Your name on your bib when registered three weeks ahead.
Burke Lake Park · Fairfax Station, VA
Make every mile matter.
Run, walk, cheer, and give back at Northern Virginia's feel-good summer race.
500participant limit
3ways to run
Rainor shine
Challenge your limits. Support your community.
August 15 · Burke Lake ParkRace day is coming
22days
12hours
52minutes
24seconds
All ages & abilities welcome
Medal for every finisher
Event T-shirt included
Proceeds support local charities
Pick your way to show up
A race for every kind of royal.
Choose your distance below, then complete your secure registration in the official event form.
5K
The community classic
A 3.1-mile, tree-lined paved course through the park.
$38.98includes processing fee
Your name on your bib when registered three weeks ahead.
1K
The family fun run
An untimed short course for runners 10 and under.
$28.63includes processing fee
A joyful first finish-line moment for young runners.
Bringing your crew? Save $10 off the total when four people register together, or $30 off when ten register together.
More than a finish line
Come for the course.
Leave with a story.
The Royals Run brings together first-timers, families, walkers, dedicated runners, and a community that shows up for one another.
Meet the causes you support10Kwooded lake trail
5Ktree-lined paved course
1Kuntimed kids' fun run
Your Saturday, sorted
Everything you need
for race morning.
Saturday · August 15
8:15 AM1K Fun Run starts
8:30 AM10K starts
8:45 AM5K starts
Arrive early, take in the energy, and find the distance that moves you.
Bib & T-shirt pickup
Get ready the day before.
Friday, August 14 · 3–7 PM
Road Runner Sports
1118 W Broad St, Falls Church, VA 22046
Bring your ID and registration email. Day-of pickup starts one hour before the event.
The good stuff
Your finish line
comes with more.
Commemorative medal
Every finisher earns one.
Live results
Online, email, and text results.
Free finish-line photos
Plus free video and same-day pics.
Personalized bib
Available when registered three weeks early.
10K & 5K awards: Top 3 M/F overall + Top 3 age groups (29 & under, 30–49, 50+).
Run for a cause
One race.
Three meaningful causes.
Your entry and optional donation help make a practical difference across Northern Virginia and the autism community.
Organization for Autism Research
Funding autism research through its Run for Autism program.
Visit OARUpability Foundation
Advocating for consistent care and resources for people with disabilities.
Visit UpabilityNOVA Royals Athletic Club
Providing low-cost athletic programs to kids, youth, and adults in Northern Virginia.
Contact NOVA RoyalsYour next move
Ready to earn
your medal?
Choose your distance, add an optional donation, and complete your secure official registration.
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