Upcoming Half Marathons Near Washington DC,
Looking for a half marathon in Washington DC, Washington DC? Browse the most comprehensive Washington DC half marathon calendar with each race history, course description, difficulty rating, finisher ranges, scenery, and what the race is perfect for like family-friendly or lots of crowd support.
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Featured Race
August 17, 2025
500-1000 runners
Anchorage, Alaska
- Half Marathon, Marathon, Road
September 7, 2025
100-500 runners
Washington DC, Washington DC
November 16, 2025
100-500 runners
Washington DC, Washington DC
May 3, 2026
1,000-10,000 runners
West Potomac Park, Washington DC
Running in Washington DC
FAQ
What are the most popular Washington D.C. half marathons?
The most popular Washington D.C. half marathon is the St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington DC with 13,381 half marathon finishers. The second most popular Washington D.C. half marathon is the DC Half with 4,088 finishers.
What are the best Washington D.C. half marathons for beginners in 2025?
The Washington half marathons that we recommend most frequently for beginners are the:
St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington DC: An Our impressive, award winning course with views of all the monuments in our nation’s capital.
DC Half: Hosted by local community running store, Pacers Running, the course takes place mostly alongside the Potomac River.
Which months can I run a half marathon in Washington D.C.?
Which Washington D.C. cities have half marathons?
You can run Washington D.C. half-marathon events in Washington DC and West Potomac Park.
