Oakwood University 5K 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 1, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Entry fee
- From $20 · goes up to $40 on Oct 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood University 5K (Adults) | 5K | Nov 1, 20268:00 AM | $35$40 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| Oakwood University 5K (Youth 18 & Under) | 5K | Nov 1, 20268:00 AM | $20 | – |
| Oakwood University Virtual 5KVirtual | 5K | Nov 1, 20268:00 AM | $20 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $40 on Oct 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Oakwood University 5K (Adults): $35 until Sep 30, then $40 until Nov 1.
- Oakwood University 5K (Youth 18 & Under): $20 until Nov 1.
Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about 18 percent below a typical 5K in District of Columbia, which costs $42.50 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Washington runs 34:25, about 11:05 a mile, based on 30 races with published results. Women typically finish in 36:58 and men in 30:17.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:34 AM, and the Oakwood University 5K (Adults) starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 10 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
972 Ohio Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All resultsAggregated from official results for Oakwood University 5K. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Oakwood University 5K?
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 28:05 or better, the top quarter in 35:58, and half the field in 50:12; the last tenth came in after 1:03:29.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | n/a | 37:53 |
| 40-49 | 45:20 | n/a |
| 50-59 | 28:11 | 28:00 |
| 70+ | 1:03:16 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
How fast is it?
Slower than most District of Columbia 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 35:58, against 28:48 in a typical District of Columbia 5K, so times here run 25 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 1 the day usually runs from 46°F at dawn to 64°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to 37°F and hot years reach 78°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 972 Ohio Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 10 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 1, 2026), 2025 (Oct 5, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Oakwood University 5K?
- Sunday, November 1, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $40 on Oct 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 1, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for District of Columbia?
- At $35, entry is about 18 percent below a typical 5K in District of Columbia, which costs $42.50 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 53 runners finished the Oakwood University 5K; the median finish was 50:12 and the winner ran 26:03.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 35:58, against 28:48 in a typical District of Columbia 5K, so times here run 25 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- 972 Ohio Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024.
From the organizers
Capital Sprints presents the Oakwood University 5K, Sponsored by the Oakwood University Class of 1997
Join alumni, friends, and supporters of Oakwood University for the Oakwood University 5K, a celebration of health, heritage, and purpose. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Washington, DC’s iconic Hains Point, this fast, flat, and scenic out-and-back course offers stunning views of the Potomac River and is perfect for runners and walkers of all levels.