Bastille Day 5K
- Date Tue 14th July 2026
- Time 7:00PM EDT
- Location Washington, District of Columbia
- Price $11.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Bastille Day 5K on Tuesday, July 14th, 2026, in the picturesque Washington, District of Columbia! Celebrating the spirit of the French Revolution, this annual DC Road Runners tradition promises a delightful day of racing along the beautiful C&O Canal Towpath. The flat and shaded course is perfect for runners of all abilities, making it an ideal summer event.
Participants will compete for awards for overall winners and master's winners, with additional recognition for the top three finishers in male and female age groups every ten years. Best of all, registration is free for members of the club and just $10 for non-members, with discounts available at checkout for members. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to celebrate, the Bastille Day 5K is an event you won't want to miss!
Participants will compete for awards for overall winners and master's winners, with additional recognition for the top three finishers in male and female age groups every ten years. Best of all, registration is free for members of the club and just $10 for non-members, with discounts available at checkout for members. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to celebrate, the Bastille Day 5K is an event you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
Joyeux 14 Juillet! Happy July 14th! Bastille Day is an annual DC Road Runners tradition and one of the Club's few races that occur during the work week. We're meeting at Fletcher's Cove for a 5k on the C&O Canal Towpath. The Towpath provides a flat racecourse that is often shaded in the summer.
In addition to overall winners (1, 2, 3) and master's winners, we will offer awards 3-deep, male and female in 10-year age groups.
Registration is free for members and $10 for nonmembers. Members will see their $10 discount at checkout
This event is part of the DCRRC's Bunion Derby [https://dcroadrunners.org/races/bunion-derby-series/] Series; for more information/rules, visit the race series rules page [https://dcroadrunners.org/races/series-rules/].
RACE DIRECTOR(S): Nate Rathjen
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To ensure your DCRRC membership discount is applied during checkout, please confirm that you are logged into your RunSignup account.
In addition to overall winners (1, 2, 3) and master's winners, we will offer awards 3-deep, male and female in 10-year age groups.
Registration is free for members and $10 for nonmembers. Members will see their $10 discount at checkout
This event is part of the DCRRC's Bunion Derby [https://dcroadrunners.org/races/bunion-derby-series/] Series; for more information/rules, visit the race series rules page [https://dcroadrunners.org/races/series-rules/].
RACE DIRECTOR(S): Nate Rathjen
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To ensure your DCRRC membership discount is applied during checkout, please confirm that you are logged into your RunSignup account.
Races
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5k
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Tue 14th July 2026 (7:00PM EDT)
$11.60
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Location
4940 Canal Rd NW, Washington, 20016, DC, United States
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