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The Greater Washington Sports Alliance, along with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield are proud to announce the 2nd Annual Great Pumpkin 5k and Kids' Pumpkin Dash which will take place in the heart of the Reston Town Center. The event will be open to both competitive runners and participants of all fitness levels and ages. The race will also serve as a cornerstone activity within the popular Oktoberfest celebration hosted by the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce taking place at the Town Center during the weekend.

An estimated 3,000 runners, joggers and walkers are expected to take part in the event which offers both a timed and non-timed 5k as well as a children’s Pumpkin Dash. Families and children attending are encouraged to get into the fall season by participating in one of our Anthem Great Pumpkin events.

 

About The Greater Washington Sports Alliance:

Established in 2003, The Greater Washington Sports Alliance is a regional non-profit sports commission created to foster economic development and civic pride through the power of sports. The Sports Alliance’s mission encompasses the attraction of sporting events to the region, the promotion of regional professional, collegiate and amateur franchises, the support of youth investment organizations and the branding of Washington, D.C. as a world-class sports destination. The Sports Alliance is also the producer of the SunTrust National Marathon and Half Marathon which takes place in Washington D.C. every year. Visit www.gwsportsalliance.com for more information.