5k Run

The race features a varied course with average terrain that includes some gravel surfaces and slight incline. The race course takes runners and walkers along the beautiful waterfront of the Potomac River for stunning scenic views. Runners of all abilities and ages are welcome.

Start Time:: 9:00am EDT
End Time:: 11:00am EDT

Registration:: Registration Opens April 14, 2026 at 12:00am EDT
Price:: $54 $43.40 incl. $3.40 Fee
Registration:: Price increases to $48.70 after June 29, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
April 14, 2026, 12:00am EDT	June 29, 2026, 11:59pm EDT	$54 $43.40
June 30, 2026, 12:00am EDT	October 1, 2026, 11:59pm EDT	$54 $48.70
October 2, 2026, 12:00am EDT	October 4, 2026, 11:59pm EDT	$54.00

Multi-Person Pricing for 5k Run

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Group Type	Price
October 10, 2025, 12:00am EDT	October 1, 2026, 11:59pm EDT	Group Discount (10+ Registrants)	$5.00 Discount per Registrant

Kid's Fun Run

The kid's race course starts in front of the jumbotron near the iconic National Harbor Ferris Wheel.

Open to ages 8 and under.

Start Time:: 8:30am EDT
End Time:: 8:45am EDT

Registration:: Registration Opens April 14, 2026 at 12:00am EDT
Price:: $38.10 $27.50 incl. $2.50 Fee
Registration:: Price increases to $32.80 after June 29, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Price
April 14, 2026, 12:00am EDT	June 29, 2026, 11:59pm EDT	$38.10 $27.50
June 30, 2026, 12:00am EDT	October 1, 2026, 11:59pm EDT	$38.10 $32.80
October 2, 2026, 12:00am EDT	October 4, 2026, 11:59pm EDT	$38.10

Multi-Person Pricing for Kid's Fun Run

Registration Starting	Registration Ending	Group Type	Price
October 10, 2025, 12:00am EDT	October 1, 2026, 11:59pm EDT	Group Discount (10+ Registrants)	$5.00 Discount per Registrant

16th Annual Red Shoe 5k Run & Walk (Draft)

16th Annual Red Shoe 5k Run & Walk (Draft)

5k Run

Multi-Person Pricing for 5k Run

Kid's Fun Run

Multi-Person Pricing for Kid's Fun Run