Running Races in District of Columbia — 2026

There are 34 running races in District of Columbia in 2026 across 5 cities. The next upcoming race is the Stride for Hope 5k & Homecoming Festival in Washington on April 25. Popular distances include 5K races, half marathons, ultras.

Stride for Hope 5k & Homecoming Festival

Sat, Apr 25 · Washington, DC Washington

Virtual Alumni 5KLearner's 5K5K Run/Walk +1

From $10 Open Closing Soon

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One in a Million Virtual Fitness Challenge

Fri, May 1 · Anywhere, DC Anywhere

Open

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ACOG on the Move!

Fri, May 1 · Washington, DC Washington

Road ACOG on the Move 1MACOG on the Move 5KACOG on the Move Sleep-In

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Walk to End Breast Cancer

Sat, May 2 · Washington, DC Washington

2026 Walk to End Breast Cancer - Fundraising Event

From $50 Open Closing Soon

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Steps for Vets

Sat, May 2 · Washington, DC Washington

Road Steps for Vets 5K - Run, Walk, Roll

From $45 Open Closing Soon

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Blessed Sacrament Bulldog 5k

Sat, May 2 · Washington, DC Washington

Road Bulldog 5k Run/WalkBulldog Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run (2nd grade and below)

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Tricia Davis 5K for Sinai House

Sun, May 10 · Washington, DC Washington

Virtual Rainbow of Bubbles Fun RunVirtual Race5K Run

From $36 Open Closing Soon

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Break the Stigma: Mental Health Awareness - Virtual Run/Walk

Mon, May 11 · Run from anywhere, DC Run from anywhere

Virtual 1k Run/Walk5k Run/Walk10k Run/Walk +1

From $30 Open

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Miles for Maya

Sat, May 16 · Washington, DC Washington

Virtual Miles for Maya 5K Race

From $35 Open

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Hardy Middle School 5K Fun Run

Sat, May 16 · Washington, DC Washington

Road 5K (Adults/Non Faculty)5K (Students/Hardy Faculty & Staff)

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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6th Annual Hero Dogs 5K9

Sat, May 16 · Washington, DC Washington

Road Hero Dogs Memorial 1K Fun Run6th Annual Hero Dogs Memorial 5K Run

From $30 Open

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2026 Capitol Hill Classic 10K, 3K, and Fun Run

Sun, May 17 · Washington, DC Washington

Road Kids' Fun Run3K10K

From $20 Open

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DC Black Pride Fun Run

Sat, May 23 · Washington, DC Washington

Road DC Black Pride Fun Run

From $15 Open

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Paul Thurston 5K

Sun, May 24 · Washington, DC Washington

Road 5K

From $10 Open

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DC Front Runners Pride Run 5K

Sat, May 30 · Washington, DC Washington

Virtual 5k - In Person5k - Virtual

From $50 Open Closing Soon

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Migraine and Headache Disorders 5K - Do It Your Way

Mon, Jun 1 · Washington DC, DC Washington DC

Virtual In-Person Migraine and Headache Disorder 5K - Do It Your WayMigraine and Headache Disorder Virtual 5K - Do It Your Way

From $35 Open

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Hike for Headache Health

Mon, Jun 1 · Washington, DC Washington

Road Virtual 5k Run/WalkIn Person Memorial Walk

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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CHCI Run to Lead Virtual 5K

Fri, Jun 5 · Washington, DC Washington

Virtual 5K Run/Walk (Medal Only)5K Run/Walk (Medal & T-Shirt)

From $25 Open

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THE SEVENTH ANNUAL JUNETEENTH HALF MARATHON & 10K (2026)

Sat, Jun 13 · Washington, DC Washington

Open

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6th Annual APA & APAF MOORE Equity in Mental Health 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll

Sat, Jul 11 · Washington, DC Washington

Road 5K Run (In-Person - Washington, DC)

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Bastille Day 5K

Tue, Jul 14 · Washington, DC Washington

Road 5K

From $10 Open

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Race to Cure Sarcoma Washington, D.C.

Sat, Jul 18 · Washington, DC Washington

Virtual 1 or 2 Mile Walk - Child (Ages 6-12)1 or 2 Mile Walk - AdultVirtual - Adult +1

From $10 Open

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EXTORTION 17 Memorial Run/Ruck

Thu, Aug 6 · Virtual, DC Virtual

Virtual Virtual 3.1 Mile Run/WalkVirtual 3.1 Mile RuckVirtual 31 Mile Ruck +1

From $30 Open

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48th Annual Ray's Race at APA

Sat, Aug 8 · Washington, DC Washington

Road Ray's Race 5K Run/Walk

From $40 Open

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The Legacy Loop 5K at Chocolate City Criterium

Sat, Aug 15 · Washington, DC Washington

Road The Legacy Loop 5K — Community Run (20-45 minutes)The Legacy Loop 5K — Run Club Championship (Sub-20 minutes)

From $30 Open

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Race for Remembrance - 9/11 Tribute Run - Washington DC to New York NY

Tue, Sep 8 · Washington, DC Washington

Road Race for Remembrance - 9/11 Tribute Run - Washington DC to New York NY

From $385 Open

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5th Annual Latinas Leading Tomorrow (LLT) Reach for the Stars 5K Run/Walk

Sat, Sep 12 · Washington, DC Washington

Virtual 5th Annual Latinas Leading Tomorrow (LLT) Reach for the Stars 5K Run/WalkVIRTUAL Reach for the Stars 5K Run/Walk

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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DC Half Races

Sun, Sep 20 · Washington, DC Washington

Road 5KHalf Marathon

From $50 Open Closing Soon

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National Veterans Parade 5K

Sun, Nov 8 · Washington, DC Washington

Road 5K Run/Walk

From $55 Open

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