
Panther Run to DC is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Palmer, MA, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Support Palmer High School students on their educational trip to Washington, D.C., by registering for our 5K Run or Walk. Every registration and donation helps make this memorable learning experience possible. If you're unable to participate, donations are greatly appreciated. Thank you for supporting our students!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
60°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Belchertown, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
BDL
Bradley International Airport · 25 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Panther Run to DC, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Palmer than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
Plan your trip to PalmerComing Up
Knights of Columbus Scholarship 5k
7 miles away
Brimfield Wine Run 5k
9 miles away
Belchertown First Responders 5k Run and 1 Mile Walk
7 miles away
The SOAAR 5k
7 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Panther Run to DC
Oct 17, 2026