2026 National Tax Day 5k & 10k
Points count towards our Year-Long 5k, 10k, & Back of the Pack Series. Points will also count towards our Spring Series. Find more info about the series here. Register Now Come check out this fun Wednesday night race to blow off steam from Tax Day! This is a newer course at Burke Lake and is all paved! Instead of shirts for this race, runners will receive themed socks! Virtual Race Option We now offer a virtual run option for those who cannot make it on race day. Find more information about our virtual option on our Virtual Races page . Runners Receive Finisher’s Medal, Themed Socks, & A Chip Timed Event Charity Information To Benefit the Semper Fi & America’s Fund.…
| Distance | Start Time | Early Bird | Standard | Late |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 6:00 PM | $30 | $35 | - |
| 10K | 5:45 PM | $45 | $50 | - |
timerBOTP Pace:11:00 min/mile
Series
Course Maps & Description
A USATF-certified flat paved route with minimal hills. Two starting points are used: Pratt Park and St. Clair Brooks Park. The St. Clair Brooks variation includes a gravel path section. The 5k is out-and-back; the 10k does the course twice.
5K/10K (from Pratt Park): Flat paved route, out-and-back. Minimal hills.
5K/10K (from St. Clair Brooks Park): Flat paved route with a section of gravel path. Out-and-back.
Back of the Pack (BOTP)
What is the Back of the Pack (BOTP)? It is not a cut off time, it is actually a series we have geared towards people who average higher than the BOTP listed above. This allows runners of similar pace to compete with each other and get series points.
BOTP Pace: 11:00 min/mile
Race Medal Design
Race medal designs can be viewed on the Friday before the race on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
Social Media Challenge
On Tuesdays we pick our favorite Instagram or Facebook post from the previous race weekend. The winner receives 50% off a future race! Tag us in your race photos.
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Runners Receive
- check_circleTechnical (Drifit) Event Shirt
- check_circleFinisher's Medal
- check_circleChip Timed Event
Awards
- emoji_eventsTop 3 M/F Overall
- emoji_eventsAge Groups (19&U, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
Logistics Hub
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Available at the event. We recommend arriving one hour before your event start time to check-in.
cloud Weather Policy
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.
wc Restrooms
Portajohns will be available near the start/finish line. Volunteers can direct you to facilities.
Running for a Cause
