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A Timed 5K, Open to Everyone
The Gada Global 5K Peace Run is a professionally timed 5K road race produced by Gada Global Inc.— a permitted course, staffed race-day operations, wave starts and published results. It is held each autumn in Rock Creek Park, and it is open to runners and walkers of every background, age and ability.
Timed 5K Run & Walk
Flat, paved course through Rock Creek Park, scored for every finisher
Open to All Ages
Runners and walkers from age five up, with a Kids & Family wave
A Morning, Not an Hour
Doors at 7:00 AM and the program open until noon — come for the whole thing
Built Around Peace
Named for a tradition of consensus, dialogue and shared leadership
What's Included
Every registered runner receives a complete race day package.
Race Bib & Number
Personalized bib with your name and unique race number
Finisher Medal
Custom finisher medal, awarded to everyone who crosses the line
Official Race Tee
The Gada Global 5K Peace Run emblem tee — One World, One Goal
Live Race Timing
Track your pace and splits in real-time via our race day app
Our Event Portfolio
The Peace Run is just the beginning. Gada Global organizes events that bring people together and promote healthy living across all communities.
Gada Global Special Run (5K & 10K)
Our flagship annual road race, open to every community. October 3, 2026 at the Rock Creek Park Tennis Center, DC.
Family Fun Run & Kids Dash
A family-focused community event designed to get kids active and families moving together in a fun, non-competitive environment.
Corporate Wellness Challenge
Teams from companies compete while promoting workplace wellness. A great team-building experience that supports employee health.
Start With the 5K
The inaugural Gada Global 5K Peace Run on October 3, 2026 launches our mission. Whether you're chasing a personal record or running your very first race, this is where it begins.
$1,200 in Prize Money
Both divisions pay identically — $1,200 total across six winners. Age group awards and finisher medals are presented alongside the cash prizes.
Run Through the Heart of DC
The race starts and finishes at the Rock Creek Park Tennis Center, set inside Washington DC's largest stretch of urban wilderness.
Rock Creek Park
1,754 acres of forested trails, meadows, and creek crossings. The start and finish sit at the Tennis Center on 16th Street NW, in the heart of the park.
The Nation’s Capital
Rock Creek Park runs north to south through Washington DC, linking the neighborhoods above the start line to the monuments a few miles downstream.
The course starts and finishes at the Rock Creek Park Tennis Center, 5220 16th St NW, looping through the surrounding park roads and trails. Flat to gently rolling terrain, fully paved, with water stations at miles 1 and 2.
Frequently Asked
Questions
Everything you need to know before race day. Can't find your answer? Reach out to us directly.
info@gadaglobalrun.comOctober 3, 2026
A morning of running, culture, and community, from 7:00 AM to noon. Click any event to explore details.
5K Race Start
Runners take off from the Rock Creek Park Tennis Center into the surrounding park. The course is flat to gently rolling, fully paved, with water stations at miles 1 and 2.
A Race Named
for Peace
Gada Global Inc. takes its name from the Gadaa system, a governance tradition recognised by UNESCO and built on consensus, accountability and the peaceful handover of authority. Those are the values we produce this race around, and they belong to everyone who lines up.
Common Ground
One start line and one finish line, whatever your background, faith or first language.
Dialogue Over Division
Consensus is how the Gadaa tradition settles differences. A shared course does something similar.
Open to the Region
Runners, walkers and families from across Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia — and anyone visiting.
One Race, Every Community
The Gada Global 5K Peace Run is open to all runners, walkers and supporters, whatever their background or beliefs. It is a public road race, not a celebration of any one community — it is designed to bring together the full diversity of Washington DC, because running has no borders.
DC Running Community
In partnership with DC Road Runners, Pacers, and Georgetown Running Company.
Local Neighborhoods
Adams Morgan, Columbia Heights, Dupont Circle, and Georgetown.
Schools & Universities
Cross-country teams from Howard, Georgetown, GW, and local high schools. Student rates available.
African Diaspora Communities
Ethiopian, Eritrean, Somali, Kenyan, and wider African communities across the DMV.
Social Media & Influencers
DC fitness voices and running communities on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
Put Your Business in Front of the Whole Race
Four partnership levels from $500 to $5,000 — brand placement on the race shirt, bib and venue signage, exhibitor space at the festival, and category exclusivity at the top level. Every level includes complimentary entries for your team.
Secure Your Spot Today
Registration includes your race bib, finisher medal, and official race t-shirt. Limited to 500 runners.