Registration Basics & Course Overview
Lorton Prison Break Dash 5K & 10K Adventure Run™ is a great multi-terrain venue that allows runners an opportunity to experience the Old Lorton Prison Complex without incarceration. The adventurous and scenic course spans paved roads, fire roads, and hard-packed park trails.
This event donates a portion of its proceeds to 4 local high school crew programs.
Deadline? When the event reaches capacity, registration will close early and it will be clearly displayed on this site.
Refunds? (minus the cost to operate the event) will be honored until March 5, 2018 (11:59 EST). No refunds will be offered after this date.
Packet Pickup? You can pick it up at the site on SATURDAY (between 5-6:30pm) and on the day of the event. Friends and family can pick-up your packet for you but, please let us know prior to pick-up via email.
Transfers? You may transfer your entry to another runner at any time until one hour before the event start time. To transfer your entry to another person, please contact help@prisonbreakdash.com
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Where to store your stuff? The parking lots are a few steps away from the start and finish. Lock it up in your car!
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2018 AWARDS will be given to the overall top 3 male and female finishers (free entry and special drink!)
Costume AWARDS given to the best individual and best group costume!
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We are dog and stroller friendly but not at the cost of other runners. We ask you start at the end of the pack!
5K Overview
Our 5k is the premier event and has been designed to go through the entire prison complex. The majority of this race is on paved or gravel fire roads. There are two tricky hills (nicknamed Hell's Hills).
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5k Prices:
May 2017 to January 20, 2018 - Early Bird Registration is $30
January 21 to March 25, 2018 - Standard Registration is $35
March 26 - Until Full - Last Minute Registration is $40
Water Stations? 3 Water Stations
Who can participate? Runners, Walkers, Baby Carriages and Dogs
Race Time: Will be posted as we near event, but is started generally 20-25 minutes after the start of the 10K
Course Terrain 60% Paved Road, 35% Gravel Road, 5% Grass (Start and Finish)
Hills? Two Tougher Hills
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5k Age Award Categories!
1st, 2nd and 3rd Overall By Gender
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First Place for
9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over!
10K Overview
This event is designed for the more advanced runners among us, but is open to anyone! The 10K starts at the Workhouse Arts Center (next to Route 123) on paved roads which eventually give way to the old prison road and park trails.
10k Prices:
May 2017 to January 20, 2018 - Early Bird Registration is $45
January 21 to March 25, 2018 - Standard Registration is $50
March 26 - Until Full - Last Minute Registration is $55
Water Stations? 4 Water Stations
Who can participate? Runners and Walkers (Must be able to walk a 12 minute mile)
Race Time: Will be posted as we near event, but is normally the first race of the day
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Course Terrain 80% Paved, 10% Gravel Road, 5% Grass (Start and Finish)
Hills? Yes, Three Harder, Two Easier
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QUICK VIEW MAP
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10k Age Award Categories!
1st, 2nd and 3rd Overall By Gender
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First Place for
9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over!
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1K Overview
This event is designed for the younger and novice runners among us. It's all on paved paths and flat!
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1k Prices:
May 2017 to March 25, 2018 - Standard Registration is $15
March 26 - Until Full - Last Minute Registration is $20
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Water Stations? 1 Water Station
Who can participate? Runners, Walkers, Baby Carriages and Dogs
Race Time: Immediately after completion of the 5K
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Course Terrain 100% Paved Road
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Hills? NO hills
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1K Awards!
Ist, 2nd and 3rd Overall by Gender and Adult/Junior