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Friends of the National Arboretum Fall 5K

Washington, District of ColumbiaField of 1,700
5K entry
$60
Days to register
8
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At a glance

Date
Oct 31, 2026
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Distances
5K
Registration
Open until Oct 30, 2026, via runsignup.com

Listed from RunSignUp. Checked Oct 22, 2026.

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About this race

Enjoy autumn at the U.S. National Arboretum during FONA's Fall 5K. This run or walk will take you past garden collections brightly colored with fall foliage, over tree-lined rolling hills, and along streams winding their way to the Anacostia River. 

This race is not only scenic, but also safe and secure. All roads are closed to cars during this race so you can safely enjoy running or walking through this 451-acre urban green space. A professional race announcer will call out runners as they cross the finish line and there will be music before and after the event to get you in the groove. 

Strollers and dogs are welcome, but dogs must stay on a 6' non-retractable leash.

Key dates

Registration opens

May 18, 2026

Registration closes

Oct 30, 2026

8d

Standard ends

Oct 30, 2026

8d

Race day

Oct 31, 2026

9d

Pricing

5K

Standard, until Oct 30, 2026

$60

VIRTUAL 5K

Standard, until Oct 30, 2026

$35

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