Running Races in District of Columbia — 2026

There are 30 running races in District of Columbia in 2026 across 4 cities. The next upcoming race is the DC Front Runners Pride Run 5K in Washington on May 30. Popular distances include 5K races, 10K races, ultras.

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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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 Closing Soon

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COMMODORE TO COMMODORE RUN!

Sat, Jun 6 · Washington, DC Washington

Road Commodore to Commodore Run!

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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Run Better, Run Smarter Workshop

Sat, Jun 13 · Washington, DC Washington

Run Better, Run Smarter Workshop

From $0 Open

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

Sat, Jun 13 · Washington, DC Washington

Open Closing Soon

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Youth Football Camp hosted by Jacksonville Jaguar, Jalen McLeod

Sat, Jun 20 · Washington, DC Washington

Open

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#CureforCluster VIRTUAL 5k Run/Walk

Tue, Jun 23 · Washington, DC Washington

Road Virtual 5k Run/WalkIn Person Memorial Walk

From $30 Open

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National Association for Multicultural Education: 5K for the Founders 2026

Sat, Jul 11 · Washington, DC Washington

Virtual 5K for the Founders

From $35 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 RuckVirtual 3.1 Mile Run/WalkVirtual 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 — 20-45 Minute WaveThe Legacy Loop 5K — Sub-20 Minute Wave

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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Suicide Awareness Virtual 5k, 10k, Half Marathon Run/Walk

Sun, Sep 6 · Run from anywhere, DC Run from anywhere

Virtual 5K Run/Walk10K Run/WalkHalf Marathon

From $35 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 Closing Soon

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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

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DC Half Races

Sat, Sep 19 · Washington, DC Washington

Road 5KHalf MarathonDistrict Challenge

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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District 19 Race Series

Sun, Oct 4 · Washington, DC Washington

Road District 5K RaceDistrict 19K RaceDistrict 19 Miler Race

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Virtual Run/Walk

Fri, Oct 9 · Washington, DC Washington

Virtual 5k Run/Walk10K Run/WalkHalf Marathon Run/Walk

From $35 Open

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We Love Teachers 5K - DC/Maryland

Sat, Oct 10 · Washington, DC Washington

Road We Love Teachers 5KWe Love Teachers 5K - Under 18We Love Teachers 5K - Educator Entry

From $20 Open

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2026 Race For Every Child VOLUNTEER SIGNUP

Tue, Oct 13 · Washington, DC Washington

2026 Race for Every Child VOLUNTEER SIGNUP

From $0 Open

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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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