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Red Shoe 5k 16th Annual Run/Walk & Kids Fun Run Benefiting Ronald McDonald House

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Forest Heights, Maryland, United States

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About the Event

Sunday October 4, 2026

More than a race. A reason to show up.
Lace up and be part of a powerful day that brings the community together for families when it matters most.

Red Shoe 5k is the signature annual fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Washington DC — where every step helps families stay close to care, stay together and stay supported.

What to expect
A high-energy, feel-good event filled with movement, community and purpose:

A scenic course at National Harbor
Runners, walkers, families and teams from across the region
On-site energy, music and community celebration
The Kids Fun Run — a joyful highlight where young runners dash in their signature red capes

Make your impact go further
This year, it’s easier than ever to do more.
When you register, you can also:

Start a personal fundraising page in minutes
Invite friends and family to support your run or walk
Join or create a team and make an even bigger impact together

Every share, every donation and every step helps support families with children receiving medical care.

Why it matters
Ronald McDonald House Washington DC provides essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families and promote healing.
Families rely on the House for:

Comfortable lodging near the hospital
Warm meals and everyday essentials
Family-centered spaces and support
A place to stay together during treatment
Your participation helps make all of this possible.

Show up your way
Walk. Run. Fundraise. Bring a team.
However you show up, you are helping families when they need it most.

Join us
Be part of something meaningful.
Be part of the community.
Be part of the impact.
Register today.

Packet pick-up and race day info >

Races Offered

Kid's Fun Run Registration

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 50m

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08:35

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$25.00

5k Run/Walk Registration

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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09:00

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$40.00

Cheer From Home Registration

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — Cheer From Home Registration

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Type — Running

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09:00

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$50.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Forest Heights.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 10.6° / 20.7°

wb_sunny 8.3° / 18.7°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 10.0 /

water_drop 68.1%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 10.6° / 20.7°

wb_sunny 8.3° / 18.7°

air 10.0 km/h

water_drop 68.1%

About Forest Heights

Learn more about the host city, Forest Heights.

Forest Heights is a town in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States, and is part of the larger postal designation of Oxon Hill. The town straddles both sides of dual-lane Maryland Route 210 and includes two elementary schools. Per the 2020 census, the population was 2,658.