2026 Run for Big Things 5k
Schedule
Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 09:00 am
UTC-04:00Location
Bluemont Park | Arlington, VA
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https://bishopsevents.com/event/2026-run-for-big-things-5k/Points count towards 5k & Back of the Pack Series. Points will also count towards the Spring Series. Find more info about the series here.
Registration coming soon
Please note that Bishop’s Events promo/discount codes cannot be used to register for this event.
Runners Receive
Event Shirt & A Chip Timed Event
Charity Information
The Run for Big Things 5K is a community run/walk supporting Big Things Boxing Academy, a volunteer-powered nonprofit providing free after-school fitness classes and mentorship to youth in Falls Church, Virginia.
In just six years, Big Things Boxing has impacted more than 200 local youth — building not just strong athletes, but confident, resilient young leaders. The program runs entirely on volunteers and donations, and the funds raised from this 5K will help with equipment, competitions, and year-round mentorship that keeps our kids moving forward.
Running is already part of our athletes’ daily routine — now it’s your turn to lace up and join them. Every mile, every cheer, every step helps us continue doing big things for our kids and creating opportunities that last far beyond the finish line.
Race Start Times
5k – 9am
Registration Fees
5k – $35, until April 30 ($40)
***Price will increase on race morning by $5 for each distance
T-shirts guaranteed to runners registered before May 6. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.
T-Shirt Design
T-shirt design for the race is available here as soon as it has been approved.
Race Medal
There will be no race medals for this race.
Course Maps can be found at
This is a flat route with minimal elevation change along the W&OD paved trail for an out-and-back run.
Live Race Results
Live results will be posted on Athlinks.com. Additionally, there will be a QR code at the race for you to scan to immediately view your results. Final race results with series points will be posted to our website on the Monday following your race.
Awards
Awards will be given to top overall runners as well as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place runners for varying age groups. Juniors (12 and under), Teens (13-17), Adults (18-54), and Masters (55 and older).
Photos
We will post any photos taken by staff on our Facebook page by Tuesday after the event.
Social Media Challenge
On Tuesdays, we pick our favorite Instagram or Facebook post from the previous race weekend. The winner will receive 50% off a future race! Make sure to tag us in your race photos at:
Instagram: BishopsEventsLLC
Facebook: BishopsEvents
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup is available at the event. We recommend arriving one hour before your event start time to check-in.
Race Day Registration
There will be race day registration. Participants should plan to arrive approximately one hour before the race to get registered for the event. T-shirts sizes cannot be guaranteed for race day registers.
***Price will increase on race morning by $5 for each distance
Water Stations
One water station will be along the 5k course at approximately mile marker 1.55. Gatorade will be available at some water stations. Water stations are subject to change as deemed necessary.
Restrooms
Restrooms can be located onsite in the park.
Volunteers
Volunteers should arrive approximately 60 minutes before the first race kicks off. We will assign volunteer tasks on race morning (water station, course marshals, finish line support, etc). You can find parking information under “Directions to Parking” with a latitude and longitude pin for where to meet.
Weather Policy
We are an all-weather race company (rain or shine or sleet or snow). We will email registered runners and post on social media if the race is cancelled, but this is quite rare, otherwise assume the race is taking place as scheduled.
Weekly weather reports are posted on the Thursday before race weekends on our Facebook page. Race officials may delay, change or postpone the event due to weather conditions. All registered runners will be notified via email of any changes. In most cases, a decision is not made until the night before the race, and a decision could come as late as the morning of the event.
Refunds & Transfer
To view our full refund/transfer policy, click here.
Directions to Parking
The race starts and ends in Bluemont Park (329 N Manchester St, Arlington, VA 22203). Parking is within the park. This is the entrance close to 4th STREET (not 4th Rd). It is not the entrance next to the tennis courts.
The best way to locate this event is via GPS using this latitudinal and longitudinal pin: 38.869735, -77.131999
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Where is it happening?
Bluemont Park, Arlington, Virginia, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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