CAN the Bird 5K

Bring a CANned food item and join us for the 3rd annual CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot, on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23, beginning at 8am. The race will begin and end in the Walmart parking lot, 5885 Kingstowne Boulevard, Alexandria, VA 22315.

All ages can enjoy a run, walk or stroll around Kingstowne and its scenic lake.

Registrants will receive a commemorative race t-shirt and swag/deals from our sponsors.

Donations of nonperishable food items will be accepted by Koinonia.

Run or Walk

Please bring a CANned food item and join us for the 3rd annual CAN the Bird 5K Turkey Trot, on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23, beginning at 8:00 am. The race will start and finish in the Walmart parking lot, 5885 Kingstowne Boulevard, Alexandria, VA 22315.

All ages can enjoy a run, jog or stroll around Kingstowne and its scenic Lake.

Click here to see the course map

REGISTRATION
Early Bird – through September 30
Adult 5K – $30
Military 5K – $25
25 & Under – $20
12 & Under – $10

Standard Registration – October 1- November 15
Adult 5K- $35
Military 5K – $30
25 & under – $25
12 & under – $10

Last Chance Registration – November 16-23
Adult 5K- $40
Military 5K – $35
25 & under – $30
12 & under – $10

Online registration will close Monday, November 20 at 8:00 pm. Late registration will still be available during packet pick up.

PACKET PICKUP to be announced

Registrants will receive a commemorative race t-shirt and swag/deals from our sponsors.

Awards will be given to the Top 3 Overall male and female finishers, top 3 male and female finishers in 12 & Under and 13-18 age groups. Plus fastest runner with dog and fastest runner with stroller will receive an award.

Donations of nonperishable food items will be accepted by Koinonia.

Sponsor

Please reach out to Rita@mountvernonspringfield.com if you are interested in being a sponsor.

Sponsorship of the 2023 CAN the Bird 5K will reinforce your brand within the local community and increase the visibility of your company’s products and service, plus you will receive the following benefits based on your chosen sponsorship level:

TITLE SPONSOR ($2,000 – only 1)

Logo on ALL marketing materials and race communications
Logo on race bib and reusable race packet bag
FREE registration for 15 participants
Customized email direct to registrants about product/services
Opportunity to have booth at event
Logo near Start/Finish line, Mile Markers, and Awards
Largest logo on commemorative CAN the Bird race t-shirt
Largest logo and link on https://mountvernonspringfield.com/can-the-bird-5k/
Opportunity to contribute swag or special offer in race packets

START & FINISH LINE SPONSOR ($1000)

FREE registration for 5 participants
Customized email direct to registrants about product/services
Opportunity to have booth at event
Logo at Start/Finish line
Large logo on commemorative CAN the Bird race t-shirt
Large logo and link on https://mountvernonspringfield.com/can-the-bird-5k/
Opportunity to contribute swag or special offer in race packets

DOGGIE DUO SPONSOR ($750 – only 1) SOLD

Logo on commemorative CAN the Bird dog bandanas
Logo at Awards table
Logo on commemorative CAN the Bird race t-shirt
Logo and link on https://mountvernonspringfield.com/can-the-bird-5k/
Opportunity to contribute swag or special offer in race packets

STROLLER RUN SPONSOR ($750 – only 1)

Logo on commemorative CAN the Bird stroller item giveaway
Logo at Awards table
Logo on commemorative CAN the Bird race t-shirt
Logo and link on https://mountvernonspringfield.com/can-the-bird-5k/
Opportunity to contribute swag or special offer in race packets

MILE MARKER SPONSOR ($500)

Logo at one of the Mile Markers on the race course
Logo on commemorative CAN the Bird race t-shirt
Logo and link on https://mountvernonspringfield.com/can-the-bird-5k/
Opportunity to contribute swag or special offer in race packets

WATER STATION SPONSOR ($500)

Logo at Water Station
Logo on commemorative CAN the Bird race t-shirt
Logo and link on https://mountvernonspringfield.com/can-the-bird-5k/
Opportunity to contribute swag or special offer in race packets

SUPPORTING SPONSOR ($150)

Logo and link on https://mountvernonspringfield.com/can-the-bird-5k/
Opportunity to contribute swag or special offer in race packets

Train

In preparations for this year’s CAN the Bird 5K, become a member of Kingstowne Striders and join them on Tuesdays for track workouts.

Tuesdays during summer
6:30pm at Hayfield Secondary Track
Must be paid members of Kingstowne Striders Running Club (annual fee around $35 for individuals)

The Kingstowne Striders have runs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. For more infrmation visit:

- KS Facebook group – https://m.facebook.com/groups/50992251525/
- KS Google Calendar of Events – https://calendar.google.com/calendar/ical/ktownestriders%40gmail.com/public/basic.ics.
- KS Website – kingstownestriders.org

Volunteer

As with any community event, CTB5K’s success relies on volunteer support. If you want to begin Thanksgiving by giving back to a community that provides so much (and you don’t want to run or walk), please join us at the START/FINISH LINE on November 24th to assist with registration, packet pickup, CANned food drive collection, water stop support, course navigator, and/or participant cheerleader. We need you and appreciate your help!

DAY-OF RACE VOLUNTEERS:
Arrive by 7:00 am
Walmart, 5885 Kingstowne Boulevard

PRIOR TO RACE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES (Stay tuned for details):
Community Awareness
Packet Picket

CANned FOOD DRIVE

Koinonia Foundation will be the recipient of our 2023 CANned food drive.

Please Note: While all donations are gratefully accepted, Koinonia is working to provide healthy food for their clients, so they would appreciate your help in considering the following when you make your donation: