Run Your Heart Out 5K/1K

Lace up your running shoes and join the heartwarming tradition of the Run Your Heart Out 5K/1K, returning for its 15th annual event on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in scenic Fairfax, VA. This popular Valentine's-themed race offers both 5K and 1K distances, with options to participate live or virtually, making it a perfect outing for couples, running buddies, or solo adventurers looking to celebrate fitness. The course winds through Fairfax Corner, providing a vibrant backdrop for your run or walk.

Participants can look forward to a rewarding experience complete with a commemorative long-sleeve race shirt, a unique race bib, and a one-of-a-kind finisher's medal to celebrate their accomplishment. Post-race snacks and free race day photos are also included, ensuring memorable takeaways from your effort. Awards will be presented to the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three male and female age group finishers across five-year increments, from 14 and under to 80 and over, in the live race. Typical race day conditions in early February present crisp air with highs around 43°F and lows near 25°F, with only a 10% chance of precipitation, creating ideal cool-weather running conditions. This event is electronically timed using the ChronoTrack B disposable tag system for accurate results.

Whether you're aiming for a personal best in the 5K or enjoying a leisurely 1K stroll, the Run Your Heart Out race promises an engaging atmosphere and a chance to connect with the running community. Packet pickup is conveniently available at =PR= Fairfax, offering an opportunity to grab any last-minute winter gear. Join the many who have called this an "amazing race" and make new memories at Fairfax Corner.