City of Fairfax Turkey Trot 5K
Updated
Thursday, November 26, 2026, first start 9:00 AM, in Fairfax (4081 University Dr). Distances: 5K. Entry from $40; the 5K goes from $40 to $45 after November 13.
- Date
- Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM (earliest wave)
- Location
- 4081 University Dr, Fairfax, DC 22030
- Area
- Northern Virginia, Washington, DC
- Distances
- 5K
- Course
- Road or path
- Price
- $40 plus the platform's processing fee
- Next price increase
- Friday, November 13, 2026: 5K $40 → $45
- Registration
- Open. Opened August 12, online signup closes Thursday, November 26, 2026
How to register
Registration is on RunSignup. Pick your distance, add any extras, and you'll get a confirmation email with your bib details. Sign up by November 13 to pay $40 instead of $45.
Course and race notes
The City of Fairfax is proud to be hosting the 2026 City of Fairfax Turkey Trot! The 5K will start near Fire Station 3, 4081 University Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030, loop through Old Town Fairfax and George Mason University, finishing near the Fire House. All the fun starts at 9:00 am on Thursday, November 26.
From the race's own listing. Check the race website for the course map and parking.
Source: RunSignup public race API, refreshed 2026-10-17. Details can change; the registration page is the final word.