Crystal City Twilighter 5k

Location: Crystal City - Arlington, VA
Crystal Drive between 20th & 23rd Streets
Date: Saturday, July 24, 2010
Start time: 8:00pm
Distance: Five kilometers (approx 3.1 miles)

This event will utilize IPICO timing tags. IPICO timing tags are durable, recyclable tags. You must use the tag assigned to you and have attached to your shoe. No chip = no time. Our timing tags are recyclable; you may keep your tag, return at the finish, or recycle at any Pacers Running Store.

Overall Awards (M/F; no dups):
1st - $200
2nd -$150
3rd - $100
4th - $75
5th - $50

Time Bonus: $100 for any male under 14:30, or any female under 17:00

Medals awarded to the top three finishers in the following age groups (M/F): 0-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-40, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+

METRO: Crystal City station (yellow/blue line); take 18th street exit; head towards Crystal Drive and turn right; start line at 20th street

PARKING: Ample complimentary parking is available in several garages near the start/finish line. On street parking is also available. On street parking is also available throughout Crystal City. Do not park on Crystal Drive north of 23rd Street or anywhere on the route; your car will be ticketed and/or towed.

A map of available garages - CLICK HERE

Weather in February can be unpredictable. In the event of extreme weather conditions, the race organizers, as advised by the Arlington County Police and Fire/EMS Departments, reserve the right to cancel the race or run it as an untimed "Fun Run" without advance notice.
This includes conditions such as ice and harsh winter weather.

Participants will receive premiums (in accordance with registration policies)
Prizes will be converted to random prizes
No entry-fee refunds will be made

The final decision regarding the conduct of the race will be made between 6:30am and 7:45am the morning of the race and will be announced over the race public address system. Follow runpacers on Twitter for all race related updates - click here

Join us for our post race party with great fare and entertainment from 8:00pm-10:00pm. Identification is required to consume alcohol and individuals must be 21 or over.

Friends and family are welcome to join us at the post-race event.

The award ceremony will commence at approximately 9:15pm. Make plans to stay in Crystal City after the race! Check back for details on runner discounts and deals at local Crystal City establishments and restaurants.

Post Race Showers
Freshen up after the race! Showers are available from 8:00pm-10:00pm courtesy of Sport & Health at the following Sport & Health locations:

Crystal Drive Sport & Health (2231 Crystal Drive; located near finish area)

Crystal Gateway Sport & Health (1235 S. Clark Street; a few blocks from finish area)

Sport & Health will offer showers, towel service, and amenities (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hair dryers, iron and ironing boards, shaving cream, and lotion).

All you need is a change of clothes and your bib number! Visit www.sportandhealth.com for information on their clubs.

We need volunteers! Please contact Kristen Hundley-Reeves at kristen@runpacers.com. Please see volunteer tab for details.

May I pick up a packet for friends or family?
Yes, you may pick up a packet for someone else. Please just alert them that you will be picking up their packet.

May I register during packet pick up?
Yes, you can. We accept check, cash, and credit card. If you register onsite on race day, we can only accept cash and checks.

Can I transfer my registration to another Pacers Event?
No. You may not request a transfer from one Pacers event to another Pacers event for any reason.

May I wear headphones during the run?
Yes. Runners wearing headphones are responsible for knowing their surroundings and being courteous to others around them.

May I run with a stroller?
Our official policy is no, however, we will not be enforcing as long as strollers start in the back, are under the control of the owner at all times, and are considerate of runners around them.

May I run with my dog?
Pets are not allowed in the 5K but gentle ones are welcome to watch.

Can I receive a refund for any reason?
No, we will not be able to refund registration fees.

Will there be a water stop?
Yes. Potomac Runners will host a water stop on course. You will pass by the stop twice. Water stop is powered by Potomac Runners. For more information on their running club, visit www.potomacrunners.org.

Is there a baggage drop
Yes, a baggage drop will be open 6:30pm to 9:30pm and will be manned by volunteers. The event is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please pick up your items by 9:30pm. Any items left after 9:30pm will be transferred to Pacers of Arlington and will be available for pick up Saturday, July 26. Any items not claimed two weeks after the event will be donated to charity or discarded.

Is there a team competition
There is no team competition this year.

Is there a time cutoff for the event?
You must be able to finish the 5K course in one hour.

Race Info