Which District of Columbia cities have the most 5K races?
Washington (18) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.
District of Columbia · 5K
5K Races in District of Columbia
Every upcoming 5K in District of Columbia, all 18 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
18 upcoming 5K races · 8 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The District of Columbia races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
5K Races by City
Soonest 5K Races in District of Columbia
18 total Sat, Aug 1, 20265K Electronica Washington, DCFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 8, 202648th Annual Ray's Race at APA Washington, DCFrom $40Register Sat, Aug 15, 2026The Legacy Loop 5K at Chocolate City Criterium Washington, DCFrom $35Details Sat, Aug 29, 2026THE FNR 10K - DC Washington, DCFreeRegister Sun, Sep 13, 2026RunThrough Anacostia Park (Washington DC) 10k & 5k Washington, DCFrom $41Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026DC Half Races Washington, DCFrom $50Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Walk & 5K to End HIV Washington, DCFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026DCR 5K Run / 2-Mile Walk Washington, DCFreeRegister Sun, Sep 20, 202613th Annual Norma E. Boyd 5K Race for Education Washington, DCFrom $45Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026District 19 Race Series Washington, DCFrom $55Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Dead Man's Run 5K Washington, DCFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Kimball Elementary 5k Washington, DCFrom $40Details
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in District of Columbia
When are most 5K races held in District of Columbia?
September is the busiest month for 5K races in District of Columbia, with 5 of the 18, followed by August with 4. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How much do District of Columbia 5K races cost?
Entry fees for 5K races here run from free to about $55, depending on the event and how early you register.
How early should I register for a 5K in District of Columbia?
8 of the 18 5K races in District of Columbia already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are District of Columbia 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 8 5K races in District of Columbia with published results, the typical median finish is around 33:58, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Are there trail 5K races in District of Columbia?
Yes, one race around District of Columbia gets you off the pavement: 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.