Down the Stretch Track Fest
When is Down the Stretch Track Fest?
Down the Stretch Track Fest takes place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 in Fairfax, VA.
What distances does Down the Stretch Track Fest offer?
Down the Stretch Track Fest offers 4 events: Mile, 5000m, 10,000m, 4x800m Relay.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mile | 1.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| 5000m | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| 10,000m | 10.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| 4x800m Relay | 800.0 mi | $100.00 | Register |
How much does Down the Stretch Track Fest cost?
Registration for Down the Stretch Track Fest starts at $100.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Down the Stretch Track Fest held?
Down the Stretch Track Fest is held in Fairfax, VA at 4501 University Dr.
About Down the Stretch Track Fest
DOWN THE STRETCH TRACK FEST
Saturday, May 24
George Mason University | Fairfax, VA
4x800 - Mile - 5k - 10k
Open/Community to Elite/Pro Heats
🎉 Welcome to the second Annual Down the Stretch Track Fest!
📍 George Mason University – Fairfax, VA
📅 Saturday, May 24
We’re back—and this year, we’re turning up the volume!
New this year: We’ve moved the meet to Saturday so we can expand the fun: more heats of the open mile, 5000m, and the addition of the 4x800m relay!
Get ready for:
🔊 A high-energy, music-filled atmosphere
🍔 Food trucks & 🍺 beer from Aslin Beer Co.
🎤 Dynamic announcers
🏃♂️ A mix of community and pro races under the stars
We’re building stacked pro fields for the Webb Mile, 5000m, and 10,000m—but there's a spot for everyone looking to PR in the 800, mile, or 5000m.
Meet Details:
✅ USATF & World Athletics sanctioned
🕐 Open to all runners who can maintain: 10:00/mile or 30:00/5K
👟 All ages welcome
📊 Heats seeded by qualifying time (HS/college athletes can compete in pro fields)
🍻 One complimentary beer or another beverage with entry
🏅 Webb Mile Prize Money
1st – $350
2nd – $100
3rd – $50
(Men’s & Women’s divisions)
👧 Youth Mile (13 & under): FREE ENTRY!
☔ In case of inclement weather, races will be delayed until continuation is no longer feasible.
Bring your energy. Bring your spikes. Bring your friends.
Let’s race under the lights at DTS! 🌟
Looking for spectator tickets? Head Here
If you're not running, pacing or coaching - you need a spectator ticket!
Introducing tracksiding seating! Get up and close to the action.
Race Schedule:
5:25 - Open Mile (10:00 cutoff)
6:25 - Free Youth Mile (15:00 cutoff)
6:45 - Open 5000 (30:00 cutoff)
7:45 - 4x800 Relay (12:00 / 3:00 avg per leg cutoff)
8:15 - Select 5k
9:00 - Webb Mile
9:30 - Select 10k
Schedule subject to change
Youth mile - 13 & under (boys & girls combined)
Open races are men's, women's and nonbinary combined
Select heats & Webb Mile are women's followed by mens