About This Race
🏃♂️🤝 Fandom as One, Miles as Many 🤝🏃♀️
Anime for Miles is where community, culture, and movement come together. This 5K run/walk invites runners of all levels to celebrate Japanese animation, pop culture, and the team-oriented spirit of distance running, inspired by Japan’s iconic ekiden relay races.
Otaku Run’s events go beyond the finish line: we endeavor to build a shared community, through the values of teamwork and cultural pride exemplified by both anime/otaku fandom and Japanese running culture!
📅 Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ Start time: 3:00PM Eastern
📍 Location: Workhouse Arts Center, 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton, VA 22079
🚗 Parking: There is plenty of parking at Workhouse Arts Center: follow the signs!
Merch and goods!
-All participants who register by October 7, 2026 will receive a T-shirt.
-Each finisher will also receive a finisher’s award.
Cosplay is welcome!
Keep in mind that the goal is to complete a 5k race regardless of attire, so be sure to keep it comfy and family-friendly!
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