5th Annual MK’s March: DMV CurePSP 5K Run and 1.25-Mile Walk 2026 — Arlington, VA

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Arlington, VA
Venue
Bluemont Park
Start Time
8:30 AM
Sunrise
6:52 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $40.00
Events
5K Run, 1.25 Mile Walk
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Join us on Sunday, September 20 at 8:30 a.m. for a 5K run, 1.25-mile fun walk, breakfast, face painting, and balloon animals at the beautiful Bluemont Park to raise awareness and support for CurePSP, an organization focused on improving care and finding a cure for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). Sign up by Friday, August 28 to receive a MK's March t-shirt. This year, in honor of Judy Hurst, we've added a virtual option. Anytime on the weekend of September 19th, head out for a run or a walk. We'll send you a little race packet to help you post your support of CurePSP on social media. All race registration fees are donated directly to CurePSP. September's walk will celebrate local PSP warriors: Debra Allen Melinda “Dae” Alzona Jane Batwinis William Bojarski Mary Bradley Bill Brown Arif Butt Carol Oakes Jeff Cohen Fred Corb Lynn Dale Edward Driscoll Michael Ferguson Arthur Bernie Hough Judy Hurst Matthew Jircitano Troy Johnson Nikki O'Malley Mary Kay Ream Anita Reppert Janet Reusing Steve Rozga Rick Spain Jennifer Wexton Charlotte Yarborough Wilson Yarborough

Course & Travel Notes

The 5th Annual MK's March takes place in Arlington, Virginia on September 19th, 2026, with an 8:30 AM start time, so you'll want to get there early—sunrise is at 6:53 AM that morning. The venue sits at 279 feet elevation, which is pretty mild, and you can expect typical early fall weather with highs around 79°F and lows near 59°F, though there's about a one-in-three chance of some rain. Getting there is convenient since Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is just 5.4 miles away, making it easy to fly in and head straight to the race.

⛰️ 279 ft elevation☀️ Typically 79°F / 59°F · 32% chance of rain✈️ Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) — 5.4 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 5th Annual MK’s March: DMV CurePSP 5K Run and 1.25-Mile Walk 2026 — Arlington, VA?

5th Annual MK’s March: DMV CurePSP 5K Run and 1.25-Mile Walk 2026 — Arlington, VA takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Arlington, Virginia.

Where is 5th Annual MK’s March: DMV CurePSP 5K Run and 1.25-Mile Walk 2026 — Arlington, VA held?

5th Annual MK’s March: DMV CurePSP 5K Run and 1.25-Mile Walk 2026 — Arlington, VA is held at Bluemont Park in Arlington, Virginia.

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