
Race for the Race is a running race on October 9, 2027 in Upper Marlboro, MD, with entry fees from $15 to $40.
Please Join Ankobea Society and NationHouse in honoring the memory of Hariet Tubman while raising funds for NationHouse Programs! Featuring a morning warmup, snacks and coffee, and children’s activities, this event is fun for everyone. So grab your family and get ready to sweat for a good cause!
Early bird tickets are available now until September 29th. Shirts are only guaranteed to the first 50 registrants!
Virtual tickets: Out of town but still want to support? Virtual tickets are available as Race for the Race at Home ticket. If you are one of the first 50 registrants and would like to be mailed your medal and shirt, please contact us for shipping info
More opportunities to fundraise for RFTR: This year our fundraiser goal is $5k and we are so happy to have your support! Aside from purchasing a ticket, please consider creating an individual or group fundraiser. If you are joining an existing group fundraiser, simply click the drop down on the bottom of the fundraiser page and select your groups name.
Additional Donations: Simply want to support? Donations can be made on the donations page! Asante sana!
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
71°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Upper Marlboro 3 Nnw, 3 mi from the venue.
City Elevation
147 ft
Nearest Airport
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Race for the Race
Oct 9, 2027