NEW YEAR'S DAY 2025
MONDAY, JANUARY 1
REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 10AM
RACE BEGINS AT 11AM
ANACOSITA PARK
1800 ANACOSTIA DRIVE SE
Join Mayor Bowser, DPR, and thousands of fellow DC residents for the 11th annual FITDC Fresh Start 5K!
We are inviting people of all ages to this fun, free, fitness celebration that marks the beginning of the FITDC calendar. Whether you want to run, walk, or just cheer folks on, there's no better way to ring in the New Year than to join us for this DC tradition!
Registering for the FITDC Fresh Start 5K is FREE and as easy as clicking a button!
Follow the link below, answer all questions, and get ready to run on January 1st!
Back by popular demand, we will again host a KIDS DASH this year for all the little ones!
If you have a child under 12 that would like to participate, please make sure and register them separately and click on "Kids Dash" button during sign up.
*As a note, Kids Dash shirts will only be distributed on Race Day and can be picked up at the registration table.
Join Mayor Bowser, DPR, and thousands of fellow DC residents for the 12th annual FITDC Fresh Start 5K!
We are inviting people of all ages to this fun, free, fitness celebration that marks the beginning of the FITDC calendar. Whether you want to run, walk, or just cheer folks on, there's no better way to ring in the New Year than to join us for this DC tradition!
Registering for the FITDC Fresh Start 5K is FREE and as easy as clicking a button!
Follow the link below, answer all questions, and get ready to run on January 1st!
Back by popular demand, we will again host a KIDS DASH this year for all the little ones!
If you have a child under 12 that would like to participate, please make sure and register them separately and click on "Kids Dash" button during sign up.
*As a note, Kids Dash shirts will only be distributed on Race Day and can be picked up at the registration table.
Parking is available at 2 locations:
- Anacostia High School, 1601 16th St SE, Washington, DC
- When parking at Anacostia High School, use the pedestrian walking bridge to get to the race.
- Anacostia Metro Station, 1101 Howard Rd SE, Washington, DC
- Park at the metro parking garage and take the shuttle to the race - look for the shuttle buses with Fresh Start signage.
- SHUTTLE HOURS:
- Morning Shuttle Service: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Afternoon Shuttle Service: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
- Morning Shuttle Service: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
- Metro -
- Parking
- Seven times out of ten, the experiences people remember most in life happen at events
- When it comes to the type of event to host, meet your attendees where they are
Don’t miss a step of your Fresh Start 5K journey! Register now to receive your personal photos from our interactive photography experience. Whether you're capturing your pre-race excitement, crossing the finish line, or celebrating with friends, these memorable moments are yours to cherish. Sign up today and let us help you relive the energy, smiles, and triumph of your 5K experience!
Participants can click this link, take a picture and enter your email or phone number!
Registering for the FITDC Fresh Start 5K is FREE and as easy as clicking a button!
Follow the link below, answer all questions, and get ready to run on January 1st!
Back by popular demand, we will again host a KIDS DASH this year for all the little ones!
If you have a child under 12 that would like to participate, please make sure and register them separately and click on "Kids Dash" button during sign up.
*As a note, Kids Dash shirts will only be distributed on Race Day and can be picked up at the registration table.
Freedom Plaza is located at 1455 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, just a two block walk from the Metro Center metro stop (Red, Blue, Sliver, and Orange Lines) and a five block walk from the Gallery Place/Chinatown metro stop (Red, Yellow and Green Lines).
You can also access the area by rideshare. (Uber, Lyft and Taxi)
Please note that the parking is VERY limited, and we encourage riders to use public transportation and rideshare if possible.
Registering for the FITDC Fresh Start 5K is FREE and as easy as clicking a button!
Follow the link below, answer all questions, and get ready to run on January 1st!
Back by popular demand, we will again host a KIDS DASH this year for all the little ones!
If you have a child under 12 that would like to participate, please make sure and register them separately and click on "Kids Dash" button during sign up.
*As a note, Kids Dash shirts will only be distributed on Race Day and can be picked up at the registration table.
Bib and shirt pick up will be available on Thursday, December 26th and Friday, December 27th from 10am to 1pm & 4pm to 7pm at the below DPR locations.
Columbia Heights Community Center
1480 Girard Street NW
WARD 1
Deanwood Community Center
1350 49th Street NE
WARD 7
King Greenleaf Recreation Center
201 N Street SW
WARD 6
Takoma Aquatic Center
300 Van Buren Street NW
WARD 4
Turkey Thicket Recreation Center
1100 Michigan Ave NE
WARD 5
*Shirts and Bibs will be distributed on a first come first serve basis. Signing up for this event does not ensure that you will get a bib and a shirt. Please arrive early to pick up to ensure that you get your desired shirt size.
Registering for the FITDC Fresh Start 5K is FREE and as easy as clicking a button!
Follow the link below, answer all questions, and get ready to run on January 1st!
Back by popular demand, we will again host a KIDS DASH this year for all the little ones!
If you have a child under 12 that would like to participate, please make sure and register them separately and click on "Kids Dash" button during sign up.
*As a note, Kids Dash shirts will only be distributed on Race Day and can be picked up at the registration table.
Volunteer opportunities are available to support the 2026 FITDC Fresh Start 5K!
Join us in making this event a success by helping with race-day activities, registration, refreshments, and more. Your time and energy will make a real difference in the lives of our participants and community.
Don’t miss the chance to be a part of this exciting event – sign up today and help us kick off the new year with a fresh start!
Pre-race festival will feature local vendors and organizations, hosted by Poet and soundtrack provided by DJ Heat and performance by DC Vybe Band. 5k race commentary by Event Voice.
