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Running Races in District of Columbia

District of Columbia has a growing race calendar with options for all experience levels — from first-timer 5Ks to challenging long-distance events.

26 upcoming races listed

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Cherry Blossom 5K

Run among blooming cherry trees in a historic cemetery, celebrating spring and supporting environmental preservation.

  • Scenic
  • Quirky
  • Festive
  • For a Cause
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Walk for Warriors DC National Mall

Walk 30 miles through Washington DC's iconic landmarks to support veterans in their fight for well-being and to help save lives.

  • Scenic
  • For a Cause
Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT30 MilesWashington DC, DC
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Washington, DC Empower Walk & 5K Run

A purposeful 5K run and walk dedicated to making a difference in the autism community in Washington, DC.

  • Competitive
  • For a Cause
Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT5KWashington, DC, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Stride for Hope 5k & Homecoming Festival

Run or walk a scenic 5K along the Anacostia River, then celebrate community and support adult education at the vibrant Homecoming Festival.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Festive
  • For a Cause
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.11 MilesWashington, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

ACOG on the Move!
  • Inaugural
Fri, May 1, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT3.11 MilesWashington, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

SOME's Trot for Hunger
Fri, May 1, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Hilly · Family-oriented

Walk to End Breast Cancer
Sat, May 2, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT13.1 MilesWashington, DC
Steady EffortWALK

Course · Hilly · Walk-focused

Co-op 5k
Sat, May 2, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.11 MilesWashington, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Family-oriented

Blessed Sacrament Bulldog 5k
Sat, May 2, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

6th Annual Hero Dogs 5K9
Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Hardy Middle School 5K Fun Run
Sat, May 16, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

2026 Capitol Hill Classic 10K, 3K, and Fun Run
Sun, May 17, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT10KWashington, DC
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Paul Thurston 5K
Sun, May 24, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

DC Front Runners Pride Run 5K
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

6th Annual APA & APAF MOORE Equity in Mental Health 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll
Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

Bastille Day 5K
Tue, Jul 14, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT5KWashington, DC
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Race to Cure Sarcoma Washington, D.C.

Join the Race to Cure Sarcoma in Washington, D.C., a powerful community event uniting participants to fund vital research and find a cure.

  • For a Cause
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT2 MilesWashington, DC
Steady EffortWALK

Course · Hilly · Walk-focused

48th Annual Ray's Race at APA
Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

The Legacy Loop 5K at Chocolate City Criterium
Sat, Aug 15, 2026, 5:20 PM EDT5KWashington, DC
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Race for Remembrance - 9/11 Tribute Run - Washington DC to New York NY
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT270 MilesWashington, DC
Push PotentialRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

5th Annual Latinas Leading Tomorrow (LLT) Reach for the Stars 5K Run/Walk
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT3.1 MilesWashington, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

Zebra Dazzle 5k Walk/Run or 100 Mile Bike 30 Day Challenge - On-Site is Saturday September 12, 2026
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
RUN

Course · Timed race

Walk & 5K to End HIV
Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 8:45 AM EDT5KWashington, DC
EasygoingRUN

Course · Rolling · Timed race

DC Half Races
Sun, Sep 20, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT13.1 MilesWashington, DC
Steady EffortRUN

Course · Hilly · Timed race

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