DC Half Races - 5K
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External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
RACE THE DISTRICT Two days. Two races. One city. The DC Half is a full weekend takeover—hit the 5K Saturday morning, go all in on 13.1 miles Sunday, or tackle both races with the newly minted District Challenge. Brought to you by Pacers Running, it’s DC’s streets, DC’s people, and the best weekend the District has to offer. Tee. Medal. Festival. Friends. Let’s race the District!
Typical conditions
For events around September 2027 in Washington, DC, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Washington, DC, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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Also in this race
- Sep 18, 2027 · 12:00 PM
- Sep 18, 2027 · 1:00 PM (this one)
- Sep 19, 2027 · 12:00 PM
