Running festival - 5K and kids 1 mile or 400m fun run w/games and prizes

Join a family running festival that takes place in Anacostia Park this Sunday, October 19. The event starts at 8:30 with a fast/flat 5K and then at 9:30 there is a 400m and 1 mile kids fun run. All kids under 17 race for free. Please note that even though it is free race entry for youth, they will still need to register prior to the event here - https://runsignup.com/Race/DC/Washington/RunForABetterLife5K. 

To register for the 5K, use the code FRIENDS for $10 off. Additionally, whether you choose to run or not, you can enjoy food, coffee, music, giant jenga, corn toss, face painting, jugglers, airbrush tattoo artist and more.

The event is to benefit Run Hope Work, a local nonprofit with the mission to help youth and young adults transform their lives through physical fitness, mental well-being and industry-recognized workforce training.