8:00am - 11:00am
Eat your way to the most delicious Finish Line ever, then celebrate at the post-run Food and Fitness Festival with mouthwatering bites, beer garden, culinary and fitness demonstrations, and so much more. A run you can really sink your teeth into, your registration includes:
· 5K registration and bib
· Bites along the course
· Finisher's medal
· Access to the post-run Food and Fitness Festival
· Culinary and fitness demonstrations
· Delicious tasting stations
· Celebration drinks in the beer garden
· Goody bag with gifts from health and wellness brands
· Cash reward and prize package for top finishers
· Bib Pickup night before run
· Automatic donation to No Kid Hungry
Location: Old Town Square
Click here for full course directions.
PRE-EVENT DAY
Date: Friday, June 21
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Ornery Beer Company - 3950 University Drive #209, Fairfax, VA 22030
EVENT DAY
Date: Saturday, June 2
Time: Bib pick up begins at 6:30am
5K Start Time: 8:00am
Location: Old Town Square - North Street, Fairfax, VA 22030
Old Town Square - North Street, Fairfax, VA 22030
Directions: Click here to map your way to the event
Parking Options: Parking is available at the Courthouse Plaza Shopping Center, as well as multiple lots on North & University.
You can expect delays on event day due to potential road closures and impacted parking. Please allow yourself ample time to arrive at the event, pick up your bib, and warm up.
Residence Inn by Marriott Fairfax City
3565 Chain Bridge Road
Fairfax, VA 22030
We have secured a small block of rooms at special rates starting at $114 for a Standard Studio. There are limited rooms available at this rate. Once capacity is reached, rates will either increase or rooms will no longer be available. Reservations will require a credit card for guarantee.
To book with the Host Hotel:
We are always looking for energetic and helpful volunteers to assist at the event. If you are interested in volunteering, click the link below to view available shift times & tasks.
Click HERE to view your race results from Saturday, June 22!
Can I sign up on event day? – Yes. You can register on-site the morning of the run at runner registration as long as the event has not sold out.
What happens if it rains? – All Fit Foodie events are RAIN OR SHINE!
What is in the Food & Fitness Festival? - In this area, you will take part in a post-event celebration where you can enjoy a refueling station, culinary demos, fitness demos, beer tastings, giveaways, and delicious bites from participating brands, and more!
Do you give out medals? – Yes! Each foodie who crosses the Finish Line will receive a Fit Foodie Finisher's medal.
Are T-Shirts included? – T-Shirts, tanks, and other apparel options are not included with your registration, but you can purchase them on-site at the event. A portion of proceeds from all merchandise sales will go towards benefiting our charity partner.
Can my family come and watch? – Yes! If you are cheering on a friend or family member at Fit Foodie you can still take part in the post-run Festival. You can participate in the culinary and fitness demos, as well as sample bites from participating brands. If you do not have a bib, you will NOT receive a goody bag, Finisher's Medal, or entrance into the beer garden. Beer garden access sold separately on-site.
How do I get to the venue? –
See above for directions & parking information.
Will this event be timed? – Yes. This event will be timed. Results will be printed, posted, and updated throughout the event. Results and times will also be available online post-event.
Are the Fit Foodie courses certified? – No, the 5K is an uncertified courses and is as close to the 5K distance as possible.
Is there an age requirement to participate? – No. There is no age requirement to participate in The Fit Foodie, however the beer and wine garden is 21+. No children, strollers or infants will be admitted to the beer and wine garden.
Is there a time limit to finish the course? – No. There is no time limit to finish the course. Both runners and walkers are welcome!
How many water stations are on the course? – There are 2 water stations on the 5K course. Water will also be provided at the finish line.
Are strollers allowed? – Yes! However, walkers and runners with strollers are encouraged to begin at the back of the pack and should abide by runners courtesy, allowing faster runners to pass on the left.
Are pets ok? – Yes!
Can I get a refund? – No. The Fit Foodie will not refund event registrations for any reason. The run will take place rain or shine! Should you need to transfer your registration, you may contact tickets@fastforwardevents up until two weeks prior to the event.
Who do I contact if I have a question? – Should you have any questions, please contact Fit Foodie HQ at 619-312-1212 or email tickets@fastforwardevents.
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