Race for Every Child 5K

October 18, 2025

7:00 am

11:00 am

Freedom Plaza

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About The Event

On Saturday, October 18, walk or run a 5K for Children’s National Hospital patients and families. Give families hope and healing when they need it most.

Event Schedule

7:00 a.m. | Check-in and Activities
8:00 a.m. | Opening Ceremony
8:45 a.m. | 5K Run/Walk
10:00 a.m. | Kids Dash

Details

Cost: FREE until October 12, $50 registration fee applies from October 13–17. Self-donate at least $30 to receive a Race for Every Child T-shirt.
Location: Freedom Plaza.
Nearest Metro Station(s): Metro Center Station (Red/Orange/Blue/Silver lines) via the 13th and G Streets NW Exit.

Participants can also join the event virtually. For more information and to register, please visit HERE.

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