Course
Course Description
A USATF-certified fast 8K course (USATF No. 06001RT) will take runners through the streets of downtown Washington, DC, to the U.S. Capitol, past museums, and across the National Mall. The start and finish lines are located on Pennsylvania Avenue NW, between 12th and 13th Streets, near Freedom Plaza.
See the course map
5K Split
“Split” times will be recorded at the 5K point on the course. Be sure to run across the ChronoTrack mats to record your time. Split times will be displayed online after the race. See results here.
Water Stations
In addition to water at the start/finish, water will be available on the course just past the half-way point.
Course Etiquette
With so many runners on a short, out-and-back course, it is very important for runners to stay alert to their surroundings and fellow runners. Please do not bring your dog or your personal stereo system. If you stop running for a walk break, please move to the side of the road before slowing down. When you see the lead runners coming back toward you, please move to the side of the road and let them pass.