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Anime for Miles 5K Course - 2026.
Anime for Miles 5K 2026
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Start time
- 3:00 PM start (New York)
- Location
- Lorton, Virginia
- Entry fee
- From $35
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Nov 7, 20263:00 PM | $35 | 150 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $35 until Nov 6.
Online registration closes Nov 6, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Virginia ($35).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Virginia runs 34:58, about 11:15 a mile, based on 469 races with published results. Women typically finish in 37:58 and men in 31:16.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:41 AM, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 3:00 PM. The start sits about 150 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 7 the day usually runs from 43°F at dawn to 62°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 16% of days. Cold snaps dip to 35°F and hot years reach 75°F.
Based on 70 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Anime for Miles 5K cover on their registration page, in brief.
Rules and FAQ
FAQ
What is included in the registration fee? Registration includes race entry, race bib, and T-shirt (T-shirt guaranteed only for those who register by October 7, 2026). Finishers will receive a medal as a finisher prize. Are there refunds?…
Race details
- Where
- 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 150 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 7, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Anime for Miles 5K?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 3:00 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 6, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Virginia?
- At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Virginia ($35).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on MapMyRun; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
🏃♂️🤝 Fandom as One, Miles as Many 🤝🏃♀️
Anime for Miles is where community, culture, and movement come together. This 5K run/walk invites runners of all levels to celebrate Japanese animation, pop culture, and the team-oriented spirit of distance running, inspired by Japan’s iconic ekiden relay races.
Otaku Run’s events go beyond the finish line: we endeavor to build a shared community, through the values of teamwork and cultural pride exemplified by both anime/otaku fandom and Japanese running culture!
📅 Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ Start time: 3:00PM Eastern
📍 Location: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
🚗 Parking: There is plenty of parking at Workhouse Arts Center: follow the signs!
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