Bright Beginnings' Annual 5K Race raises funds that help provide educational, therapeutic, health, and family services free of charge to homeless infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their families in Washington, DC.

Join us on Saturday, April 27 at 8:00 am

Anacostia Park
1900 Anacostia Dr.  SE
Washignton, DC 20020

Course Map

All proceeds directly support Bright Beginnings' outstanding programs that prepare children for kindergarten and help their parents get back on their feet. Put on your running shoes, grab your friends and register today.

REGISTRATION FEES
5k: $30 through March 31, $35 until online registration closes 

Stroller 5k: $35 through March 31, $40 until online registration closes 

5k (Children 17 & Under): $25 through March 31, $30 until online registration closes

Kid's Dash (10 & Under): Free - please register online (no shirt). 

Registrants will receive a commemorative race shirt. Registrants can upgrade to a technical t-shirt for an additional $10. Be sure to register early, shirts cannot be guaranteed if you register after April 9.

Online registration will close on Thursday, April 25 at 8 pm. Race day registration will be available during packet pick up.
*Please note, we will not be able to register any new runners on race day.  

PACKET PICK UP 
Race packets will be available at the =PR= DC Store on Friday, April 26 from 5-7 pm and then on race morning at the race site starting at 7 am. 

AWARDS 
There will be awards for the overall male and female finisher and top male and female in each of the following age groups; 17 & Under, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 & over.  

Committee members only: Click here to VOLUNTEER