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Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile & 5K
Washington, United States
April 3, 2027 to April 4, 2027Date confirmed
16.09 km5 km
City RunMulti-Day
USCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running events in Washington
6 verified events (2 confirmed dates) and 13 races in Washington with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events62 confirmed dates
Competitions13Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+240 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningArmed Forces Series Challenge
Marine Corps Marathon (Washington Marathon)
Washington, United States
October 24, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km1.61 km
Culture & HistoryKids & Youth Races+4
Photo: Parkywiki · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningArmed Forces Series Challenge
Army Ten-Miler
Washington, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
16.09 km400 m
City RunCulture & History+3
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Hot Cider Hustle - Washington D.C.
Washington, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningRock 'n' Roll Running Series
Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC
Washington, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
City RunCulture & History
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
National Women's Half Marathon & 8K
Washington, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 4, 2027 | Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile & 5K | Washington, District of Columbia, US | Road Running | 16.09 km5 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2027 | Marine Corps Marathon (Washington Marathon) | Washington, District of Columbia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km1.61 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Army Ten-Miler | Washington, District of Columbia, US | Road Running | 16.09 km400 m |
| Date to be announced | Hot Cider Hustle - Washington D.C. | Washington, District of Columbia, US | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC | Washington, District of Columbia, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | National Women's Half Marathon & 8K | Washington, District of Columbia, US | Road Running | 21.1 km8 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Washington (District of Columbia, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 6 public events and 13 individual races, including 2 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running. Notable events in the selection include Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile & 5K, Marine Corps Marathon (Washington Marathon), and Army Ten-Miler.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 42.2 km, reaching up to +240 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Washington includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Washington?
RunningCompass currently lists 6 verified events with 13 individual races in Washington. A total of 2 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile & 5K, Marine Corps Marathon (Washington Marathon), and Army Ten-Miler.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Washington?
Events in Washington focus on Road Running. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 42.2 km endurance challenges.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Washington?
The most selective courses in Washington climb up to +240 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Washington?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.