Hot Cider Hustle - Washington
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Washington D.C. Hot Cider Hustle
The Washington D.C. Hot Cider Hustle takes place on October 31, 2026, with start and finish at National Harbor. The event offers chip-timed and fun run categories on a flat course that runs along the Potomac River. All courses are entirely on paved roads or paths.
Distances offered:
- 5K chip-timed and fun run options
- 10K chip-timed and fun run options
Finish-line provisions include hot apple cider, caramel apples, and a finisher mug. A 5K/10K finisher medal is available as an add-on. Winner medals are awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age group and overall for both chip-timed distances. Age divisions begin at 10 & Under and continue in standard adult brackets up to 70 and over. A finishers mug is earned by all finishers.
Participant logistics note that packets can be mailed for a fee, pre-event pickup details are provided before race day, and event-day pickup is available with an expected short wait. National Harbor charges for parking. Water stations provide water only. The event supports Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Washington, DC. Live participant tracking is available via a race tracking app and free digital photos are provided post-race when available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
