Rock Creek 10k
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Event overview
The Rock Creek 5k & 10k takes place on March 21, 2026, at Rock Creek Park, 5220 16th St NW, Washington, DC. The event offers the following race distances:
- 5k
- 10k
Points earned at the event count toward a year-long 5k, 10k, and Back of the Pack series, and toward the Winter Series. A virtual race option is available. Walkers and strollers are welcome. The event benefits the charity We Rock Cancer.
Race details
The course is paved and described as mostly flat with one considerable hill. The 5k is an out-and-back course and the 10k consists of two laps. Water stations are provided: two stations on the 5k at about mile 0.6 and 2.5, and five stations on the 10k at about miles 0.6, 2.5, 3.1, 3.7, and 5.6; some stations will offer Gatorade. Restrooms are located across from the Tennis Center.
Runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical (Dri-fit) event shirt when ordered in time, and chip timing. Packet pickup is available at the event. There is no on-site race registration. Live results will be posted online during the race and final results with series points will be posted the Monday after the event. Awards are given to the top 3 men and women overall and to the top 1st and 2nd place male and female in multiple age categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.