Walk. Share. Win!

The 2026 Fairfax County Walk & Win Challenge returns this spring, inviting residents, employees, and visitors to get moving, explore their community, and win prizes—just by walking.

Two Bonus Chances to Win!

• Feb 15 –March 30: Take the Walk & Win Pledge and be entered to win in the pledge bonus prize drawing!
• April 1: Walk on National Walking Day or join a community walk be entered into the National Walking Day bonus drawing.

Take the pledge and get ready to walk all April long!

How the Walk & Win Challenge Works

April 1, 2026, the challenge begins.

1. Choose a Loop

• Walk any of the nine designated district loops (anchor to loops below or add text “Find your loop by scrolling down”. If a loop isn’t nearby, create your own route within Fairfax County—it all counts.

2. Track or Snap 

• In April, track your walk using Strava, another fitness app, or a pedometer, and upload a screenshot—or snap a selfie or scenic photo during your walk. 

    3. Enter to Win 

• Submit your walk by uploading your photo or screenshot along with your name,
  email and chosen route be entered into weekly prize drawings. The form to do this will go live on Feb. 15.

  BONUS: Share your photo on social media using #WalkWinFX2026 for an extra prize entry!

     4. Walk More. Win More. 

• Each submitted walk increases your chances of winning and helps your district climb the leaderboard. Weekly standings will be posted every Monday. The district with the highest participation will be named the 2026 Fairfax County Walk & Win Leading District.

The more you walk, the more chances you have to win!

Multiple Ways to Win

Pledge Bonus Prize Drawing 

• Take the Walk Pledge by March 30 to be entered into this early drawing. Winner will be announced on April 1.

National Walking Day Bonus 

• Walk a loop, create your own, or join a community walk. Upload your walk on April 1 for the bonus drawing on April 2.

Weekly Prize Drawings (April) 

• Submit at least one walk per week to be eligible for that week’s prize drawing.
  • Weekly winners will be randomly selected on:
    • April 1
    • April 2
    • April 6
    • April 13
    • April 20
    • April 27
    • May 1

Prizes may include gift cards from local retailers and merchants, as well as walking-related items. Walk and submit as often as you like—more walks mean more chances to win.

Find Your Loop

View Loops on Google Maps

District Bragging Rights (Pledge Count Numbers below)

Why Participate?

• Win Prizes – Weekly drawings and bonus prize opportunities
• Explore – Discover new walking paths across Fairfax County
• Rep Your District – Help your district earn bragging rights
• Create Quality Time – Walk with friends, family, or coworkers
• Have Fun – Enjoy fresh air, movement, and community connection

Safety and Rules

View the official Fairfax County Walk & Win Challenge Rules & Regulations.