

Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Metro Washington DC
Salute to Veterans offers a meaningful half marathon in Lake Accotink Park, honoring service members with free entry for veterans.
Race Date
Nov 15, 2026
Location
Springfield, VA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Location
- Springfield, Virginia
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 214
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Salute to Veterans Half Marathon, held at Lake Accotink Park in Springfield, VA, provides a poignant opportunity to honor service members.
This event, now in its second edition, draws participants from approximately 17 states, with recent fields numbering around 176 finishers. It offers a flat, paved course that is conducive to achieving personal bests. All veterans race for free, and active-duty military receive a significant discount, underscoring the event's commitment to gratitude and community support.
Participants receive a race shirt and a custom finisher medal, with awards presented to top finishers across various age and master categories. It's a chance to run, walk, and stand in support, making every mile a tribute to those who have served.
Race-provided description
Join us at Lake Accotink Park in Springfield, VA for the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon, a meaningful race dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served our country. Whether you’re running in tribute, alongside a veteran, or as a veteran yourself, this event is a powerful way to show gratitude and community support.
As a token of appreciation, all Veterans race for FREE, and Active Duty military can participate for just $15. Family members and supporters are encouraged to join at the regular registration rate and be part of this special day of recognition and celebration. (ID Required - any form of government issued Military ID)
All participants will receive a fabulous race shirt and a custom finisher medal upon crossing the finish line—because every mile run in honor of our heroes deserves to be celebrated.
For those looking to compete, this race delivers. Awards will be presented to the Top Three Male and Female Overall finishers in each distance, as well as the Top Three Overall Masters, Grand Masters, and Senior Masters Male and Female finishers. In addition, the top three athletes in each of the traditional five-year age groups (starting at 10 & Under) will earn awards across all race distances. Come run, walk, and stand in support—because honoring our veterans never goes out of stride.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield, VA, 22150
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Solid Pick472 years running
~107 finishers a year
growing or steady
1% returning runners
3 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 17 states
winner 1:27:29
typical high 56°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
40°
Afternoon (High)
56°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
64%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 214 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
214
Median time
2:10:04
Latest turnout
176
States
17
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Metro Washington DC?
The Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Metro Washington DC is held on Sunday, November 15, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Metro Washington DC take place?
It takes place in Springfield, Virginia.
What distances does the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Metro Washington DC offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Metro Washington DC course flat and good for a PR?
The Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Metro Washington DC is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Metro Washington DC?
HalfRuns has finish records for 214 runners who have completed the Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Metro Washington DC.
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