Paul Thurston 5K
- Date Sun 24th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Washington, District of Columbia
- Price $11.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your summer with the exhilarating Paul Thurston 5K on Sunday, May 24th, 2026, in the beautiful Washington, District of Columbia! This exciting event celebrates the legacy of Paul Thurston, one of the club's founders, and invites participants to enjoy an out-and-back course on paved paths through the stunning Rock Creek Park. In the spirit of Memorial Day, runners are encouraged to don their red, white, and blue attire, creating a festive atmosphere as they sprint towards the finish line.
The race not only honors overall winners with awards for the top three finishers, but also recognizes master's winners and offers age group awards three deep for both male and female competitors in 10-year age divisions. Best of all, registration is free for club members and only $10 for non-members, making this event accessible to all. Join the DCRRC's Bunion Derby Series and be part of this vibrant community celebration! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, honor, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners in the Nation’s Capital!
The race not only honors overall winners with awards for the top three finishers, but also recognizes master's winners and offers age group awards three deep for both male and female competitors in 10-year age divisions. Best of all, registration is free for club members and only $10 for non-members, making this event accessible to all. Join the DCRRC's Bunion Derby Series and be part of this vibrant community celebration! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, honor, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow runners in the Nation’s Capital!
Organiser's Description
The event honors one of the club's founders, Paul Thurston.
What better way to start your summer with a 5k in the Nation's Capital. This 5k will be an out and back on pavement in the picturesque Rock Creek Park. In honor of Memorial Day, we encourage you to come out in red, white, and blue.
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): Lloyd Rawley
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To ensure your DCRRC membership discount is applied during checkout, please confirm that you are logged into your RunSignup account.
What better way to start your summer with a 5k in the Nation's Capital. This 5k will be an out and back on pavement in the picturesque Rock Creek Park. In honor of Memorial Day, we encourage you to come out in red, white, and blue.
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): Lloyd Rawley
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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
Sun 24th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$11.60
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