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The ROCKS 5 Miler

Name: The ROCKS 5 Miler
Start: 2026-09-19
End: 2026-09-19
Location: Alexandria

Alexandria, District of Columbia, United States

calendar_today 19 Sep, 2026

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About the Event

Experience the vibrant autumn spirit at our annual 5-mile Run and 2-mile Walk on Saturday, September 19th, starting from Jones Point Park in Alexandria. This beloved tradition welcomes runners and walkers of all ages to explore the scenic Mount Vernon Trail, offering breathtaking views along the Potomac River.
Participants should arrive early to ensure a smooth start; check-in opens at 6:45 am with bib distribution until 7:30 am. The run begins promptly at 8:00 am, followed by the walk at 8:10 am. Along the way, water stations will be available at both the 1-mile and 2.5-mile marks to keep everyone hydrated.
This event is not only a celebration of fitness but also an opportunity for community engagement, as it’s sponsored by the Washington DC Chapter of ROCKS—a mentoring group dedicated to Army leaders. RacePacket Inc., known for their reliable timing systems, will manage this year's race operations.
Bring your friends and family along for a day filled with exercise, camaraderie, and scenic beauty. Join us in Alexandria on September 19th for an unforgettable autumn adventure!

Races Offered

2 Mile Walk

Sep 19, 2026

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Distance — 3.2K

terrain

Type — Running

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23 days remaining

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$30.00 (+$3.55 fee)

5 Miler

Sep 19, 2026

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Distance — 8K

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Type — Running

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23 days remaining

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$30.00 (+$3.55 fee)

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Alexandria.

thermostat Temperature

16.8° / 26.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

16.7° / 26.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 32m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.6 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.1 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

73.3%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:50

nightlight Sunset

19:15

About Alexandria

Learn more about the host city, Alexandria.

Alexandria is Egypt's second largest city, its largest seaport, and the country's window onto the Mediterranean Sea. The city is a faded shadow of its former glorious cosmopolitan self, but still worth a visit for its many cultural attractions – particularly the new Library of Alexandria – and still-palpable glimpses of its past.