2026 Semper Fi 5k & Half
| Distance | Start Time | Early Bird | Standard | Late |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 8:00 AM | $35 | $40 | - |
| Half | 7:30 AMLimit: 7:30 | $70 | $75 | - |
timerTime Limits:Half: 7:30.
Series
Course Maps & Description
All routes run along the C&O Canal towpath — a light gravel dirt road with minimal elevation change. The 5k is an out-and-back; the half and full marathon are also out-and-back (full is two out-and-backs). USATF certified for 5k, 7k, 10k, 10-miler, half marathon, and marathon.
5K: Out-and-back on the C&O Canal gravel towpath. Minimal elevation.
Half/Full Marathon: Out-and-back on the C&O Canal gravel towpath. Full marathon is two out-and-backs.
Back of the Pack (BOTP)
What is the Back of the Pack (BOTP)? It is not a cut off time, it is actually a series we have geared towards people who average higher than the BOTP listed above. This allows runners of similar pace to compete with each other and get series points.
BOTP Pace: 11:00 min/mile
Race Medal Design
Race medal designs can be viewed on the Friday before the race on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
Social Media Challenge
On Tuesdays we pick our favorite Instagram or Facebook post from the previous race weekend. The winner receives 50% off a future race! Tag us in your race photos.
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Runners Receive
- check_circleTechnical (Drifit) Event Shirt
- check_circleFinisher's Medal
- check_circleChip Timed Event
Awards
- emoji_eventsTop 3 M/F Overall
- emoji_eventsAge Groups (19&U, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
Logistics Hub
inventory_2 Packet Pickup
Available at the event. We recommend arriving one hour before your event start time to check-in.
cloud Weather Policy
Rain or shine or sleet or snow. We will email registered runners and post on social media if the race is cancelled, but this is quite rare.
wc Restrooms
Portajohns will be available near the start/finish line. Volunteers can direct you to facilities.