Marine Corps Marathon

2026 Semper Fred 5K

5.0 km Road 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States of America
When
May 16, 2026
Starts at 7:00am EDT
Weather
🌧️ Rain · 18°C–29°C
Last Year's Race · Wind 14 km/h
Registration
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Event Details

Back by popular demand—and introducing a brand-new 5K course! Lace up your shoes and join us for a day filled with fun, laughter, and the steadfast dedication of the Marine Corps as you take on this 3.1-mile experience. This isn’t just any 5K—it’s where bonds are built and strengthened. Create a new tradition with your family, friends, co-workers, and more—experience the Semper Fred 5K!

Think you have what it takes to meet Marine Corps standards? Want to see if you can beat the Marine Corps annual Physical Fitness Test 3-mile timed run? Show off your endurance and put yourself to the test! The Marine Corps finish time standards are:

Males: 28 minutes or less
Females 31 minutes or less

Event type
5K
Distance
5.0 km
Surface
Road
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