Women's Distance Festival
Updated
Sunday, May 16, 2027, first start 8:00 AM, in Columbia (10600 Hickory Ridge Rd). Distances: 5K. Entry from $40; the 5K goes from $40 to $45 after March 21.
- Date
- Sunday, May 16, 2027
- Start time
- 8:00 AM (earliest wave)
- Location
- 10600 Hickory Ridge Rd, Columbia, DC 21044
- Area
- Baltimore & Annapolis, Washington, DC
- Distances
- 5K
- Course
- Road or path
- Price
- $40 plus the platform's processing fee
- Next price increase
- Sunday, March 21, 2027: 5K $40 → $45
- Registration
- Open. Opened July 1, online signup closes Sunday, May 16, 2027
How to register
Registration is on RunSignup. Pick your distance, add any extras, and you'll get a confirmation email with your bib details. Sign up by March 21 to pay $40 instead of $45.
Register on RunSignup →Race website
Course and race notes
The Women's Distance Festival 5K (also known as WDF 5K) is a road race exclusively for female participants of all ages. It is held at the Athletic Building of Howard Community College in Columbia, MD. It is one of many events that comprise the Maryland RRCA WDF Series.
From the race's own listing. Check the race website for the course map and parking.
Source: RunSignup public race API, refreshed 2026-10-17. Details can change; the registration page is the final word.