Welcome to the DC Half Marathon & 5K weekend! New for 2026 , the 5K will take place on Saturday, September 19, at 8AM . The Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, September 20, at 7AM. We are also introducing the District Challenge , the opportunity to run both distances over the weekend. District Challenge athletes earn ‘The DC’ special medal. Register for the 5K, the Half Marathon, or both! Experience the best race weekend of the year!
HALF MARATHON AWARDS The DC Half Marathon will offer results and awards three deep, non-duplicating in categories based on three gender identifications: –Male –Female –Non-Binary Top 3 Overall—Male, Female, Non-Binary Top 3 Age Groups—Male, Female 1–7, 8–10, 11–14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70–79, 80+ 5K AWARDS The DC Half 5K will offer results and awards three deep, non-duplicating in categories based on three gender identifications: –Male –Female –Non-Binary Top 3 Overall—M
13.1 Miles: Race Shirt
3.1 Miles: Race Shirt
District Challenge: Race Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13.1 Miles | $75.00 | Sep 15 | Oct 6 |
| $80.00 | Oct 7 | Nov 1 | |
| $90.00 | Nov 2 | Jan 13 | |
| $95.00 | Jan 14 | Mar 2 | |
| $100.00 | Mar 3 | Apr 13 | |
| $105.00 | Apr 14 | May 11 | |
| $110.00 | May 12 | Jun 8 |
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| $115.00 | Jun 9 | Sep 19 |
| 3.1 Miles | $40.00 | May 1 | Jun 8 |
| $50.00 | Jun 9 | Aug 1 |
| $60.00 | Aug 2 | Sep 18 |
| District Challenge | $135.00 | May 1 | May 4 |
| $140.00 | May 5 | Jun 8 |
| $150.00 | Jun 9 | Aug 1 |
| $155.00 | Aug 2 | Sep 18 |
DIRECT MILITARY AND FIRST RESPONDERS Pacers Running is pleased to offer direct Military and First Responder entry cost discounts to all races. Family or extended family is not included in these discounts. Please email events@runpacers.com to request the special code to apply at checkout to receive $10 off your entry fee into the DC Half races. Please bring your military/first responder ID to packet pick up for confirmation. Thank you for your service. AWD AS SOLO AND DUO REGISTRANTS Pacers R