Veteran’s Day Defenders Dash 5k & 10k 2026

The Veteran's Day Defenders Dash offers a 5K and 10K at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station, Virginia. This race, held on Veteran's Day, follows a course along Ox Road, welcoming both runners and walkers. The route circles Burke Lake using park trails, presenting a lake-loop run distinct from a city road race. The event's format is straightforward: select either the 5K or the 10K distance and navigate the park's trails.