Loudoun Race Series

Since 2007, Potomac River Running has supported a series of races in Loudoun County. Together these events provide runners and walkers race options of varied distances at varied times of they year. Each race has its own unique personality and following. The number of runners meeting the challenge of completing the entire series has increased each year as well.

Come be part of the 2010 Loudoun Race Series – six races strong from March through November. Participants in all six events will receive a commemorative short sleeve technical t-shirt. Have a conflict and cannot do all six? No problem, participate in four series races and earn a commemorative medal . . . and if you are able to make it to five races, add a $10 gift certificate from Potomac River Running Store to the medal. (All six events gets you the shirt, medal, and gift certificate!) Also, accumulate points for your performance and qualify for series-wide performance awards. The more races you run, the better your chances to win. Register now for these great events to assure your award eligibility! 

The following events are included in the series:

Van Metre 5 Mile Run for Children's Hospital
Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 8:30 AM
The Broadlands Subdivision, Ashburn, VA

The Van Metre 5 Mile Run is an event for the entire family. Serious runners, weekend and occasional joggers, walkers, and even strollers (for the One Mile Fun Run/Walk only) of all skill levels are invited to participate. The 5 Mile Run features ChronoTrack race timing system and team competition. This event has more prizes for children than any other race. The 5 mile course stretches throughout the beautiful Broadlands community. There is also an easy 1 mile course for children and walkers.

Click HERE for more information!

 
LAWS Run for the Shelter Half-Marathon and 5K
Sunday, April 18, 2010 at 8:30 AM
Leesburg, VA

Now entering its 15th year, the LAWS Half-Marathon is the longest footrace in Loudoun County. This year's event, which will be held at the Loudoun County Fairgrounds, will feature a 1K kid's run within the fairgrounds for children 10 years and younger. Both the half marathon and 5K will be certified and sanctioned by the USATF. Runners in both races will compete along scenic rolling courses that start and end at the Fairgrounds.

Click HERE for more information.

 
Potomac River Running Twilight Festival 4-Miler
Presented by Loudoun Private Weath Management
Saturday, June 19, 2010 at 7:00 PM
Ashburn, VA

The fifth annual Potomac River Running Twilight Festival 4-Miler will be held in Ashburn, VA. The fast course and evening start make this a unique event you will not want to miss. Enjoy the rare opportunity to race the 4-Mile distance and celebrate post-race. With live music, post-race food and beverages, and activities for the kids, the event is guaranteed to be fun for the whole family, whether you run or take in the Festival. Great awards, ChronoTrack race timing system, five-year age groups, and a technical t-shirt guaranteed to every pre-registered participant.

 Click HERE for more information.

 
Potomac River Running's Leesburg 10K & 20K
Sunday, August 8, 2010 at 7:30 AM
Leesburg, VA

Come out to Leesburg for this popular summertime race; it is a fixture on the Washington, DC area race calendar! The 10K and 20K races traverse scenic, historic Leesburg, including a portion of Dry Mill Road.. A free kids' fun run, with medals to all finishers, tops off the event. This race is well positioned to be a good training race for runners working on a fall marathon training program. The early start time helps keep the dog days of summer from compromising your performance. 

Click HERE to register or for information.  If you would like to download a registration form, click HERE.

 
Stone Ridge 5K Race for Education
Saturday, October 16, 2010 at 9:00 AM
Stone Ridge, VA

 

In its 5th year, the Stone Ridge 5K Race for Education promises to become a fall classic. The event benefits Dulles South public schools. There is something for everyone in the family, with abundant prizes, five-year age groups, ChronoTrack race timing system, a flat, fast course, and a kids' fun run.

Click HERE for more information.

 
Freeze Your Gizzard 5K Cross Country Race
Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 9:00 AM
Leesburg, VA

Run off the road and onto the cross country course! Leesburg Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Loudoun Interfaith Relief, will host the seventh annual Freeze Your Gizzard Cross Country Run. Entry fees plus canned food donations support the Interfaith Relief's food bank. Registered 5K runners will receive a long-sleeve T-shirt and registered 1 mile runners will receive a race medal. Refreshments for all following the race. Thanksgiving themed food prizes will be awarded and all participants will be entered in the random prize drawing for additional prizes and giveaways.

Click HERE for more information.