2026 Spring Memorial 5k, 10k, & Half
| Distance | Start Time | Early Bird | Standard | Late |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 8:00 AM | $30 | $35 | - |
| 10K | 7:45 AM | $45 | $50 | - |
| Half | 7:30 AMLimit: 7:30:00 | $65 | $70 | - |
timerTime Limits:Half: 7:30:00.
Series
Course Maps & Description
Lake Accotink offers several course configurations. The Tuesday Night 5k and Byron Avenue route are flat, fast paved out-and-backs. The Spring Memorial courses use the trails on both sides of the lake — the 5k is on the south side, the 10k crosses both sides, and the half goes 5 miles out on the north side before looping back. The Wakefield route is mostly trail with some pavement and small elevation gains.
5K/10K (Byron Avenue, paved): Flat paved out-and-back toward Byron Avenue Park. Fast and easy.
5K (South side trail): Out-and-back trail run on the south side of the lake.
5K (North side trail): Out-and-back trail run on the north side of the lake.
10K (Both sides): Out-and-back on the north side, then out-and-back on the south side. Mix of trail and pavement.
Half Marathon: Goes 5 miles out on the north side, passes through the finish area at mile 10, then does the 5k south-side course.
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.