Heroes’ Memorial 5k & 10k

About the Event

The Heroes’ Memorial 5k & 10k is a trail-based running event held in observance of Memorial Day weekend. Scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, the race takes place within the expansive Rock Creek Regional Park in Derwood, Maryland. The event provides a natural, scenic setting for runners to commemorate the holiday while challenging themselves on the park's established trail systems. With multiple distance options and virtual participation tiers, the race is designed to be accessible to a wide range of athletes and supporters.

Race Event	Start Time	Terrain Type	Location
10K Run	7:45 AM	Park Trails	Rock Creek Regional Park
5K Run	7:45 AM	Park Trails	Derwood, MD

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

-- Course Environment: Both the 5k and 10k routes utilize the wooded trails of Rock Creek Regional Park, offering a shaded and varied running surface compared to traditional road races.
-- Virtual Options: For those unable to attend the in-person event, three virtual categories are available. Supporters can choose a basic entry without swag, an entry that includes a finisher medal, or a full package featuring both a medal and an event shirt.
-- Swag Deadlines: Virtual participants wishing to receive an event shirt must register by May 12 to ensure production and shipping. In-person registration remains open through race day, though shirt availability may be limited for late entrants.
-- Registration Tiers: Standard registration pricing is in effect through April 29, after which fees increase for the late registration window and day-of sign-ups.
-- Location Details: The race hub is located off Needwood Road, providing easy access to the park's trailheads and surrounding recreational areas.
-- Schedule: The event officially kicks off at 7:45 AM, allowing runners to complete their distance before the warmer midday temperatures of late May.
-- Contact: For more information regarding course markings or trail conditions, the event contact is Travis Bishop.

The Heroes’ Memorial 5k & 10k offers a peaceful yet challenging way for the Maryland community to gather outdoors and honor the spirit of Memorial Day within one of the region's most popular regional parks.

Races Offered

10K

May 23, 2026

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Distance — 10km

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Type — Running

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07:45

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$49.92

5K

May 23, 2026

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Distance — 5km

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Type — Running

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07:45

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$33.85

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Derwood.

thermostat Temperature

12.4° / 22.7°

wb_sunny Feels like

10.6° / 21.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 40m

water_drop Avg rainfall

4.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

71.5%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:54

nightlight Sunset

20:14

About Derwood

Learn more about the host city, Derwood.

Derwood is an unincorporated area and census-designated place in east-central Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It lies just north of Rockville, southeast of Gaithersburg, southwest of Olney, and northwest of the greater Silver Spring area. Derwood was originally "Deer Park" and was then "Deer Wood" before getting its current name.