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Tuesday, September 1st, 2026
Virtual, Arlington VA
5K
66–83°F · some rain risk
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2025
60–79°F
dry
2024
69–85°F
rain
2023
59–80°F
dry
2022
65–88°F
dry
2021
66–78°F
rain
2020
67–79°F
rain
2019
68–80°F
dry
2018
71–81°F
rain
2017
61–69°F
dry
2016
71–81°F
rain
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Race-day forecast · Tuesday, Sep 1
Cloudy · 73–96°F
Tuesday, Sep 1starts near 73°F · 21% chance of rain · wind up to 10 mph
About this race
Going the Distance for FRS
The Foundation for Rural Service Rural Run/Walk is a 5K (3.1 miles) that you do in your neighborhood on a day that fits your schedule. Sign up now to complete a 5K (3.1 miles) at your own pace in your neighborhood during the month of September.
- Sign up deadline: August 1st to receive your Rural Run/Walk t-shirt in time!
- T-shirt shipping: Shirts will ship in late August.
Participation Details
If your company participates in NTCA’s GHP Wellness Connections plan, you can use this event toward the yearly activity requirement. Register yourself, a team of colleagues, or sign up your entire company!
- Fundraising impact: Each registration raises funds for FRS programs.
- Supported programs: Includes scholarships, community grants, and the Youth Tour.
Event Information
- Date: September 1, 2026
- Location: Virtual, Arlington, VA
- Race link: Register here
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