Run at the Boathouse 5k & 10k

• PRE-RACE ON-LINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 1

• Race-day: On-site packet pickup open 6:45 AM-7:15 AM. Race-day registration is OK.

• Course: Flat – walker- and wheelchair-friendly – Out’n’back on a paved trail through a forest

• Parking: Ample and free near the start line at 325 North Manchester Street, Arlington, VA

• Race size: About 100 in the 8K

• Start: 8K run & race walk at 7:30 AM

• Awards: Patriotic awards for top 3 in 10-year age groups (men and women), plus racewalkers

• Post-race: Refreshments to keep you spirited

• Contact: Mike Cannon -- [email protected] -- 910-261-8446

Event details and schedule

• Races in 2026 Ed Barron Holiday Series:

• February 14 at East Potomac Park in Wasington DC -- By George 5K and 10K

• April 3 at Bluemont Park in Arlington VA - Easter Classic 5K and 10K

• July 4 at Bon Air Park in Arlington VA -- Go Fourth 8K

• November 21 at East Potomac Park -- Cranberry Crawl 5K and 10K

• December 19 at East Potomac Park -- Christmas Caper 5K and 10K

• If you signed up for all 5 races, we automatically enter you into this race

• If you're not a member yet, you can join PVTC now and take the member prices

Join us for the Fourth of July 4 Miler — a scenic run that celebrates community, courage, and commitment. Lace up your shoes and race along the beautiful harbor front in honor of our nation's independence. All donations will directly support veteran programs and services. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, you're making a difference.

Be a hero for our heroes.

Race Starts: 7am but please arrive a hour early for bib pick up

Chip Timed Race

Race Start Location: 100 MGM National Ave, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Packet Pickup: Packet pickup is available at the event. We recommend arriving one hour before the race start to check in and receive your race bib.

GreenWell Foundation: percentage of the proceeds will go to the GreenWell Foundation

Awards: We will award the top three men and women finalist during our post race award ceremony.

Photos: Race photos will be available the next day

Swag Bag: Swag Bag is included in the price, you will receive it after you cross the finish line

Water Station: 3 water stations will be along the trail.

Parking: 100 MGM National Ave, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Extra parking will be across the street in the MGM parking garage

Please note that race shirts are guaranteed to runners registered before June 19, 2026. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.

Race course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6662509244/

Join the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the APA Foundation (APAF) for the MOORE Equity in Mental Health 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll

Run, walk, and roll to support organizations that promote awareness programs and provide services to improve the mental health of young people of color.

Race Details

In-Person 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll

The event will be held rain or shine unless the weather conditions are unsafe (ex. lightning).

Location: Freedom Plaza, Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington DC

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026

Check-in: Starts at 7:00 am. Arrival prior to 7:45 am required to participate in race.

Awards and Prizes: At 9:30 am, awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in the Men's Division, Women's Division, and Nonbinary Division. Random drawing winners will be announced following the awards ceremony.

Remote 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll

Monitor the weather conditions in your area and put safety first.

Location: Your home community. Join your team's local event or participate on your own schedule throughout the day.

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026

Schedule of Events

• Wheaton Regional Park opens at sunrise. For the best parking, please arrive early.

• Registration and Packet Pickup opens at 7:00 am to collect your bib and enter into the random prize drawing.

• Arrival prior to 7:45 am is required to ensure your participation in the race.

• Brief speaking program begins at 7:30 am.

• The 5K run, walk, and roll will begin promptly at 8:00 am.

• The 5K concludes at 9:30 am.

• At 9:30 am, Men's Division, Women's Division, and Nonbinary Division winners will be announced, followed by winners of the random prize drawings.

• To view division winners and participants' times following the 5K, click here.

Transportation & Parking

• The main parking lot is Wheaton Regional Park Carousal Parking Lot (Navigate to 2000 Shorefield Rd, Wheaton, Maryland 20902)

• Overflow parking is available at Pine Lake Parking (2004 Shorefield Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20902)

• The closest metro station to Wheaton Regional Park is Glenmont Station - Red Line (24 minute walk to race start)

Questions on event day? Please email [email protected].

About the APA's MOORE Equity in Mental Health Initiative

The APA invites you to join us in combating youth mental health inequities and in honoring mental health advocate Bebe Moore Campbell. Your time and dollars can help make a difference for young people facing mental health challenges. Funds raised support the event and benefit the APA/APAF MOORE Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program, which supports community organizations addressing the mental health needs of young people.

Get Social! As you run, walk and roll be sure to share to social media and use our hashtags!

• #Moore5K

• #MooreEquityInMentalHealth

• #BebeMooreCampbell

Continue Your Fundraising Until July 31st! Funds benefit the APA/APAF Moore Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program.

Read more about your impact by clicking here.