Potomac Riverkeeper Network's Mussel Hustle
Potomac Riverkeeper Network's Mussel Hustle is a running race on May 16, 2027 in Oxon Hill, MD, with an entry fee of $50.
- Date
- May 16, 2027 (196 days to go)
- Price
- $50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Get ready to flex your mussels for a good cause! Join the Potomac Riverkeeper Network at National Harbor for the Mussel Hustle 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run, a family-friendly celebration of clean water, healthy rivers, and the incredible creatures working hard beneath the surface!
We're running, walking, fundraising, and raising awareness for PRKN's 50 Million Mussel Project, an ambitious effort to restore native freshwater mussels to the Potomac River watershed.
Why mussels? Because these little bivalves are BIG environmental superheroes! Freshwater mussels act as natural water filters, helping remove particles from the water and supporting healthier aquatic ecosystems. Unfortunately, native mussel populations have declined due to pollution, sedimentation, and habitat loss. It's time to give these hardworking mollusks a helping hand!
Whether you're a serious runner, a casual walker, a family with little hustlers, or someone who just loves a good excuse to support the river, there's a place for you at the Mussel Hustle.
Here's how you can get involved:
Run the 5K: Lace up and hit the course for clean water!
Join the 1-Mile Fun Run: Perfect for kids, families, and anyone who prefers a leisurely hustle.
Fundraise for the River: Create your own fundraising page and rally friends, family, and coworkers to support mussel restoration.
Spread the Word: Share your love for bivalves and help more people understand why mussels matter!
Your registration, fundraising efforts, and donations help support the restoration of native freshwater mussels and a healthier Potomac River for people and wildlife.
Come for the run, stay for the mussels, and leave knowing you've made a difference!
Packet Pick Up Information
Thursday, May 13th from 3:30pm-6:30pm - Patagonia - 3104 M Street NW, Washington, DC 20007
Sunday, May 16th starting at 8am - National Harbor - 165 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Events
Typical Conditions
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
76°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Oxon Hill, 1 mi from the venue.
About Oxon Hill, MD
City Elevation
153 ft
Nearest Airport
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Potomac Riverkeeper Network's Mussel Hustle
- Date
- May 16, 2027
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Potomac Riverkeeper Network's Mussel Hustle
May 16, 2027