I Have a Dream 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2

Schedule

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Thu, 31 Dec, 2026 at 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Washington | Washington, DC

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Honor the legacy, courage, and vision of Martin Luther King Jr. with our Dream Like King Virtual Race.
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Dream Like King – MLK Day Virtual Race (2026)

Distances: 1 Mile • 5K • 10K • 13.1 • 26.2
Complete Anytime in January 2026

Honor the legacy, courage, and vision of Martin Luther King Jr. with our Dream Like King Virtual Race. Inspired by Dr. King’s enduring message of hope, justice, and equality, this race invites you to move with purpose and reflect on the power of dreams that change the world.

Choose your distance, run or walk at your own pace, and complete your race anytime during the month of January in honor of MLK Day. Whether you’re logging a single mile or tackling a marathon, every step is a tribute to progress, perseverance, and the belief that positive change begins with action.


🏅 Your Finisher Medal

This meaningful finisher medal is made in our own shop from ¼-inch thick eco birch wood and carefully laser engraved for a timeless, handcrafted finish. Designed to be both inspiring and sustainable, it’s a keepsake you’ll be proud to display long after race day.


✨ Event Highlights
  • Complete anytime in January 2026
  • Distances for all fitness levels
  • Walk or run — indoors or outdoors
  • Handcrafted eco birch wood medal
  • A meaningful way to honor MLK Day

🖤 Dream boldly. Move intentionally. Run with purpose.
Join us this January and honor a legacy that continues to inspire generations.

Your participation not only celebrates the incredible contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., but it also contributes to a meaningful cause. A remarkable 15% of each registration fee will be donated to the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI). The EJI is dedicated to ending mass incarceration and excessive punishment in the United States, challenging racial and economic injustice, and safeguarding basic human rights for vulnerable individuals in American society. Their transformative work is truly inspiring, making a positive impact on countless lives.

Your registration fee of $25 includes the race medal, a bib, and a significant portion donated to the EJI. By participating, you become a part of this movement to support social justice and equality.

*Medals and bibs will be shipped out within 2 to 5 days after registration.


What is a Virtual Race?

A virtual race is a race that can be run (or walked) from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or even at another race). You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. Running and walking on your own, or with friends! And your medal will be shipped directly to you. Complete a virtual 5Ks, 10K, half marathon and more!

Each race benefits a difference charity

For each of our virtual races, we choose a charity to donate a portion of each registration to. We’ve already raised more than $1,00,000 for charities from our many different virtual races! Our goal is to continue to help different charities around the world.


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