2026 Red Shoe 5k
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Points count towards our Year-Long 5k & Back of the Pack Series. Points will also count towards our Fall Series. Find more info about the series here.
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Please note that Bishop’s Events promo/discount codes cannot be used to register for this event.
Lace up and be part of a powerful day that brings the community together for families when it matters most.
Red Shoe 5k is the signature annual fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Washington DC — where every step helps families stay close to care, stay together and stay supported.
What to expect
A high-energy, feel-good event filled with movement, community and purpose:
A scenic course at National Harbor
Runners, walkers, families and teams from across the region
On-site energy, music and community celebration
The Kids Fun Run — a joyful highlight where young runners dash in their signature red capes
Runners Receive
Finisher’s Medal, Technical (Drifit) Event Shirt & A Chip Timed Event
Charity Information
Red Shoe 5k is the signature annual fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Washington DC — where every step helps families stay close to care, stay together and stay supported.
Race Start Times
Kids Fun Run – 8:30am (ages 8 & under)
5k – 9am
Registration Fees
Kids Fun Run – $25 (price increases after May 31) – includes a red cape
5k – $40 (price increases after May 31)
T-shirts guaranteed to runners registered before Nov 24. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.
T-Shirt Design
T-shirt design for the race is available here as soon as it has been approved.
Course Maps can be found at
The race features a varied course with average terrain that includes some gravel surfaces and slight incline. The racecourse takes runners and walkers along the beautiful waterfront of the Potomac River for stunning scenic views. We welcome runners and walkers of all abilities and ages.
The kid’s race course starts in front of the jumbotron near the iconic National Harbor Ferris Wheel.
Live Race Results
Live results will be posted on Athlinks.com. Additionally, there will be a QR code at the race for you to scan to immediately view your results. Final race results with series points will be posted to our website on the Monday following your race.
Awards
Photos
We will post any photos taken by staff on our Facebook page by Tuesday after the event.
Social Media Challenge
On Tuesdays, we pick our favorite Instagram or Facebook post from the previous race weekend. The winner will receive 50% off a future race! Make sure to tag us in your race photos at:
Instagram: BishopsEventsLLC
Facebook: BishopsEvents
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup is available at the event. We recommend arriving one hour before your event start time to check-in.
Race Day Registration
There will be race day registration. Participants will need to arrive approximately one hour before the race to register for the event. T-shirts sizes cannot be guaranteed for race day registers.
Water Stations
One water station will be along the 5k course at approximately mile marker 1.55. Gatorade will be available at some water stations. Water stations are subject to change as deemed necessary.
Restrooms
Portajohns can be located near the start/finish line.
Weather Policy
We are an all-weather race company (rain or shine or sleet or snow). We will email registered runners and post on social media if the race is cancelled, but this is quite rare, otherwise assume the race is taking place as scheduled.
Weekly weather reports are posted on the Thursday before race weekends on our Facebook page. Race officials may delay, change or postpone the event due to weather conditions. All registered runners will be notified via email of any changes. In most cases, a decision is not made until the night before the race, and a decision could come as late as the morning of the event.
Refunds & Transfers
To view our full refund/transfer policy, click here.
Directions to Parking
There is parking around National Harbor. The address is 149 National Plaza, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. There are multiple paid parking garages, as well as paid street parking. The best way to locate this event is via GPS using this latitudinal and longitudinal pin: 38.784971, -77.016900
Points count towards our Year-Long 5k & Back of the Pack Series. Points will also count towards our Fall Series. Find more info about the series here.
Register Now!
Please note that Bishop’s Events promo/discount codes cannot be used to register for this event.
Lace up and be part of a powerful day that brings the community together for families when it matters most.
Red Shoe 5k is the signature annual fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Washington DC — where every step helps families stay close to care, stay together and stay supported.
What to expect
A high-energy, feel-good event filled with movement, community and purpose:
A scenic course at National Harbor
Runners, walkers, families and teams from across the region
On-site energy, music and community celebration
The Kids Fun Run — a joyful highlight where young runners dash in their signature red capes
Runners Receive
Finisher’s Medal, Technical (Drifit) Event Shirt & A Chip Timed Event
Charity Information
Red Shoe 5k is the signature annual fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Washington DC — where every step helps families stay close to care, stay together and stay supported.
Race Start Times
Kids Fun Run – 8:30am (ages 8 & under)
5k – 9am
Registration Fees
Kids Fun Run – $25 (price increases after May 31) – includes a red cape
5k – $40 (price increases after May 31)
T-shirts guaranteed to runners registered before Nov 24. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.
T-Shirt Design
T-shirt design for the race is available here as soon as it has been approved.
Course Maps can be found at
The race features a varied course with average terrain that includes some gravel surfaces and slight incline. The racecourse takes runners and walkers along the beautiful waterfront of the Potomac River for stunning scenic views. We welcome runners and walkers of all abilities and ages.
The kid’s race course starts in front of the jumbotron near the iconic National Harbor Ferris Wheel.
Live Race Results
Live results will be posted on Athlinks.com. Additionally, there will be a QR code at the race for you to scan to immediately view your results. Final race results with series points will be posted to our website on the Monday following your race.
Awards
Photos
We will post any photos taken by staff on our Facebook page by Tuesday after the event.
Social Media Challenge
On Tuesdays, we pick our favorite Instagram or Facebook post from the previous race weekend. The winner will receive 50% off a future race! Make sure to tag us in your race photos at:
Instagram: BishopsEventsLLC
Facebook: BishopsEvents
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup is available at the event. We recommend arriving one hour before your event start time to check-in.
Race Day Registration
There will be race day registration. Participants will need to arrive approximately one hour before the race to register for the event. T-shirts sizes cannot be guaranteed for race day registers.
Water Stations
One water station will be along the 5k course at approximately mile marker 1.55. Gatorade will be available at some water stations. Water stations are subject to change as deemed necessary.
Restrooms
Portajohns can be located near the start/finish line.
Weather Policy
We are an all-weather race company (rain or shine or sleet or snow). We will email registered runners and post on social media if the race is cancelled, but this is quite rare, otherwise assume the race is taking place as scheduled.
Weekly weather reports are posted on the Thursday before race weekends on our Facebook page. Race officials may delay, change or postpone the event due to weather conditions. All registered runners will be notified via email of any changes. In most cases, a decision is not made until the night before the race, and a decision could come as late as the morning of the event.
Refunds & Transfers
To view our full refund/transfer policy, click here.
Directions to Parking
There is parking around National Harbor. The address is 149 National Plaza, Oxon Hill, MD 20745. There are multiple paid parking garages, as well as paid street parking. The best way to locate this event is via GPS using this latitudinal and longitudinal pin: 38.784971, -77.016900
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149 National Plz, Oxon Hill, MD 20745-1134, United States
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