25th U.S. FreedomWalk Festival

Join us for our 26th USFWF walks go by the embassies, memorials, the National Mall, and all three branches of the federal government and Arlington Cemetery. Winds through Beautiful Washington, DC.

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Welcome Walk US FreedomWalk Festival

Arlington, VA · Fri, Oct 16, 2026 · 1 day

U.S. Freedom Walk Festival Club (AVA-0901)

Sanction 131580 · 2026

About This Event

The Twenty Fifth US FreedomWalk Festival will take place over the weekend of October 16-18 October 2026. The US FreedomWalk Festival® is a weekend long, non-competitive, social walking challenge bringing participants of all ages and abilities together for fun, fitness, and international friendship. Virginia Square is a growing neighborhood popular for its walkability, coffee shops and local restaurants. There's a unique blend of institutions, education, ... Metro acceptable to the heart of the nation's capital.

Additional Notes

3 Days of Fun, Fitness, and International Friendships. Come walk with us for a world class walking adventure alongside walkers from around the world! AVA/IVV Welcome Walk 3 or 6 Miles (5, 10 Kilometers) Event Location: START & FINISH - American Legion Post 1393445 Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201:Friday; Event Day Registration 10:00 am till 3:00 pm, 5 +/- & 10 +/- Start between 12:00 noon - 3:00 pm Finish by 6:00 pm, BIKE: IVV credit only $4.00. Hours 12 noon - 4:00 pm, Swim times TBD, Opening Ceremony 3 pm; Saturday 21 +/- km start 8:00 am - 11:00 am,12 +/- km start 8:00 am - 12:00 noon, Bike: IVV credit only $4.00. Hours: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, Swim: TBD, IVV credit only, Social: Hours: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. All Finish by 5:00 pm, Saturday Evening Social TBD; Sunday 21 +/- km start 8:00 am -10:00 am, 12 +/- km start 8:00 am -12 noon. Bike: IVV credit only $4.00. Hours: 8:00 am- 2:00 pm, Swim times TBD. Closing/ Awards Ceremony 3:00 pm, All Finish by 4:00 pm.

When & Start Times

Friday, October 16, 2026 · 1 day

Friday start time for 5 & 10 km - registration opens at 10 am. start times for walk are 12/noon to 3 pm. Finish by 6 pm

Where to Start

American Legion Post 139, 3445 Washington Blvd,Arlington, Virginia 22201

American Legion Post 1393445 Washington Blvd,Arlington, VA 22201

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Driving Directions

LOCATION: All walks begin and end at the American Legion Post 139, 3445 Washington Blvd,Arlington, VA 22201, .3 of a mile from the Virginia Square Metro-rail Station N Monroe St, Arlington, VA 22203.The station which is part of the Washington Metro-rail system (www.wmata.com). Paid Garage Parking TBD. There is paid parking available on the local streets and parking can be a problem. Please arrive early and pay attention to parking restrictions on meters. WALKING DIRECTIONS: American Legion Post 139Sgt. Dorothy M. Doyle3445 Washington Blvd,Arlington, VA 22201 metro Head north on N Monroe St toward Fairfax Dr, Continue onto N Lincoln St.Turn right toward Washington Blvd.Turn left toward Washington Blvd.Turn left toward Washington Blvd.Turn right onto Washington Blvd.Turn left, Destination

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Special Programs

Completing this event may qualify for the following AVA achievement programs:

VETS

Walking with America's Veterans

The goal of this special program is to walk for fitness while discovering the many ways our country’s veterans are honored for their militar...

WARO

Washington-Rochambeau National Historic Trail

STB

Step to the Beat

Trail Conditions

Rating: 1B Moderate
Restrooms: Yes
Pets: Yes
Strollers: Medium
Wheelchairs: Medium
Special Fees: A CLUB FESTIVAL

Contact & Questions

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