District 19 Race Series 2026 — Washington, DC

Date
October 4, 2026
Location
Washington, DC
Venue
Anacostia
Start Time
7:30 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00 – $80.00
Events
District 19 Miler Race, District 19K Race, District 5K Race
Includes
T-Shirt
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The District 19 Race Series takes place October 4, 2026, in Washington, District of Columbia, based at Anacostia. This running event offers three distance options: a 19-mile race, a 19K, and a 5K, allowing you to choose the challenge that fits your training cycle. The race starts at 7:30 AM. Entry fees range from $35 to $75 depending on distance and registration timing. Whether you're targeting a long endurance effort or a shorter tempo effort, this series accommodates various fitness levels and race goals within the same event.

From the Race Organizer
District 19 returns for year seven with a new signal. Born from the belief that running can be a form of activism, District 19 was created as a way to reclaim space, build community, and move with purpose. In a time filled with noise, uncertainty, and division, we turn to movement once again as our voice. This October, every mile becomes a signal and every runner becomes part of something bigger. _________________ District 19 is a run crew-led race experience created by District Running Collective in Washington, DC. Featuring 5K, 19K, and 19 Mile distances, the event was built to challenge traditional race culture and create a more community-centered experience rooted in storytelling, culture, and the city itself. What started as a response to uncertain times has grown into one of the country’s most culturally significant crew-led races, bringing together runners from across the nation to celebrate movement, community, and the future of running culture. NOTE: Race entry sales are final, non-transferable and non-refundable.

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Race Travel Insurance

Don't forget travel insurance for October 4.

You've trained for months and booked a trip to Washington, DC. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is District 19 Race Series 2026 — Washington, DC?

District 19 Race Series 2026 — Washington, DC takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in Washington, District of Columbia.

Where is District 19 Race Series 2026 — Washington, DC held?

District 19 Race Series 2026 — Washington, DC is held at Anacostia in Washington, District of Columbia.

Where can I find hotels near District 19 Race Series 2026 — Washington, DC?

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