Matthew Henson 5K
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Matthew Henson 5K
The event is a hilly 5K held on and near the Matthew Henson Trail in Silver Spring. The course runs mostly between Georgia Avenue and Layhill Road, with brief stretches at the start and finish along Rippling Brook Drive and several wooden bridge crossings. A course map is available.
The venue is Bel Pre Elementary, 13801 Rippling Brook Drive, Silver Spring, 20906. The race is part of the club's low-key race series.
For MCRRC members the race is free. Members must obtain a 2026 bib and chip before participating; participants with older chips may exchange them, and new members who need a chip should be prepared to provide a chip deposit. Members who already registered for a personalized 2026 bib should avoid duplicate registration.
Non-members pay a registration fee of $22 for participants aged 18 and over and $11.60 for participants under 18; these amounts include registration and processing fees. Online registration remains open through the start of the race. Bib and chip pickup takes place on race morning near the start area, with volunteers available to assist.
Events are staffed by volunteers and volunteers are needed for this race. Non-members who cannot attend may have their registration moved to another low-key event; monetary refunds are not provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
