Cavalier 5K

Sat, May 30, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

Location: 10400 Seven Locks Rd, Potomac, MD 20854
Type: Run

Official registration Past results

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

A family-friendly campus run in Potomac, followed by a welcoming cookout for all participants and cheerleaders.

Great for

Family Friendly

Gather your loved ones for the Cavalier 5K and 1K, a welcoming event hosted at The Heights campus in Potomac, MD. Both races offer a chance to run or walk, with the 5K starting and finishing on campus, and the 1K entirely within the grounds. This event is open to alumni, parents, students, and their friends and family, making it a wonderful opportunity for a community gathering. Your registration includes a timed race experience, an official shirt, and a delightful cookout to enjoy together afterwards.

What to expect

Participate in a timed 5K or 1K race on The Heights campus.
Receive an official event shirt.
Enjoy a post-race cookout with fellow runners and supporters.

From the organizer

We hope you can join us for the Cavalier 5K & 1K! The races will be held at The Heights with the 5K start and the finish on campus. The 1K is entirely on campus.

These races are open to all Heights alumni, parents, and students as well as their family and friends. Please register in advance. Registration includes participation in the timed race, an official shirt, and the cookout afterwards.

Want to bring the whole family? Multi-person pricing is available- $65 for 3+ registrants. Scroll the bottom of the sign-up form to select multi-person and register additional runners. All runners must be registered. When register multiple runners it will give you the option to choose the 5K or the 1K for each.

Non-runners are welcome to come cheer and join in the cookout. Volunteer opportunities are available as well! Email Andrew Rowedder '09 to learn more.