6 walks, 5Ks and Turkey Trots to join this weekend

Put on your running shoes and get in your pre-Thanksgiving workout at one of these races.

By Michele Kettner • Posted November 17, 2020 at 11:12 a.m.

While the annual turkey trots will look different this year, you can still get in a virtual pre-Thanksgiving workout. Lace up your shoes and get in a pre-turkey day workout at one of these 5Ks and Turkey Trots.

Turkey Trot Virtual Race

Thursday through Nov. 30
Get in your pre-Thanksgiving run by signing up for Fort Belvoir MWR’s virtual Turkey Trot. Choose your own 5k or 10k route and continue the fall tradition at a distance. The first 650 registrants will receive an event shirt. // $15

BallstonGives Virtual 5K

Thursday through Nov. 30
Show your giving side as we inch closer to the holidays with the virtual Ballston Gives 5K. Take in the scenery of your local neighborhoods and trails as you go for a walk or jog. Proceeds from the event will go toward a variety of nonprofits around Arlington. // $25

Spend Yourself Virtual 5K Run/3K Walk

Saturday
The ninth annual Spend Yourself run is going virtual for the first time. Get outdoors this weekend and enjoy the natural surroundings on a run or walk around the neighborhood. This fundraiser will benefit Columbia Baptist Church’s Spend Yourself World Hunger ministries in Falls Church and Haiti. // $40

Fall Backyard Burn 5m/10m Trail Running Series

Sunday, 9 a.m.-noon
Head over to Fountainhead Regional Park for the second race of the Fall Backyard Burn series. Get out on the hiking trails for a morning of running along the streams and the fall foliage. There will be a staggered start to ensure proper distancing throughout the race. // Fountainhead Regional Park: 10875 Hampton Road, Fairfax Station; $50-$65

2020 Run for the Wounded 5k, 10k & Half Race

Sunday, 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Enjoy the crisp morning air at Run for the Wounded race at Prince William Forest Park. Take in the scenic views as you race through the forest and try to top your best time. The race will be run in waves of 50 people or less. // Prince William Forest Park: 18100 Park Headquarters Road, Triangle; $12-$70

Tysons Rotary Turkey Trot Virtual 5K Race

Through Sunday
Lace up your running shoes for the second annual Tysons Rotary Turkey Trot. Help support local charities and residents with a pre-holiday workout. The proceeds from the event will support local charities in the Tysons area. // $35

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Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.