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2nd Annual You Matter Juneteenth Freedom 5k Run/Walk & Evening Under the Stars

Join the 2nd Annual You Matter Juneteenth Freedom 5K Run/Walk on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Fort Hunt Park in Alexandria, VA! This event celebrates freedom, community, and the message that YOU MATTER. Whether you're running or walking, come together to embrace the spirit of unity and encouragement, and be inspired to recognize your purpose.

Event Highlights:

  • 8:00am: 5K race begins (runners to the front, walkers towards the back)

  • 9:30am-12:00pm: Post-race awards, fun, and activities

  • Free Kids 1K Dash at 10:15am (ages 1-10)

  • 10:00am: Yoga session by Carroll Cares

  • Brunch with Nando's Peri Peri Chicken

Registration: Ensure you sign up in advance to receive a race shirt, bib, and medal. Packet pickup on June 18th at Hilton Arlington National Landing or on race day at Fort Hunt Park.

Evening Event: Stick around for An Evening Under the Stars, with live music, entertainment, and food trucks at John Carlyle Square from 5:00pm-9:00pm.

Celebrate Juneteenth with us and spread the message: You are Essential. You are Important. You are Unique. And YOU MATTER!

Earlier Event: May 15
Bike to Work Day 2025
Later Event: July 26
Beats, Bites & Brews 2025