Friends of the National Arboretum Flowering 5K

Enjoy spring at the U.S. National Arboretum during FONA's Flowering 5K. This run or walk will take you past garden collections brightly colored with spring flowers, over tree-lined rolling hills, and along streams winding their way to the Anacostia River. Enjoy cherry blossoms, magnolias, and so much more!

This race is not only scenic, but also safe and secure. All roads are closed to cars during this race so you can safely enjoy running or walking through this 451-acre urban green space. Strollers and dogs are welcome, but dogs must stay on a 6' non-retractable leash.

We will have a professional race announcer calling out runners as they cross the finish line and there will be music before and after the event to get you in the groove. A professional photographer will take photos along the course. These photos will be shared with all participants after the race for free! Thank you to Abbott Klar Real Estate Group for sponsoring this race.

Registration Pricing:

Early Bird Registration: $40, race t-shirt included with registration, ends on January 21st at 11:59 PMRegular Registration: $45, race t-shirt included with registration, ends on February 18th at 11:59 PMLate Registration: $50, race t-shirt available at point of registration while supplies last, ends on March 21st at 11:59 PMRace Weekend Registration: $55, race t-shirt not included, ends March 24th at 8:30 AMRegistration is free for children ages 0 to 12