Washington, DC · 5K
Dead Man's Run 5K
Dead Man's Run 5K is a 5K event held in Washington, Washington, DC. It was last held on October 10, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 2,750 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Field size
- ~2,750 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 10, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Washington, Washington, DC
- Distances
- 5K
- Field size
- About 2,750 runners
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- congressionalcemetery.org
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 27, 2026: open
- Start time
- 5:00 PM
- Course profile
- Out-and-back course; Road surface
About the Dead Man's Run 5K
Congressional Cemetery's annual fall 5K fundraiser. Begins inside the cemetery then continues onto the Anacostia Trail. Spooky evening run with music and costumes.
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Dead Man's Run 5K: common questions
- When is the Dead Man's Run 5K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Dead Man's Run 5K held?
- In Washington, Washington, DC.
- What distances does the Dead Man's Run 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How many people run the Dead Man's Run 5K?
- About 2,750 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Dead Man's Run 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Dead Man's Run 5K?
- Registration status as last checked September 27, 2026: open.
- What time does the Dead Man's Run 5K start?
- 5:00 PM.
- What is the course like at the Dead Man's Run 5K?
- Out-and-back course; Road surface.
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