Capitol Hill Classic 10K
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About the race
The Capitol Hill Classic is an annual running event held on the roads of Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. The event comprises a 10K, a 3K, and a kids Fun Run. Proceeds from the event benefit the Capitol Hill Cluster School, a DC public school that serves over 1,100 students. The 10K traces its history back to 1980 and is a long-running race in the city.
The 10K begins near Peabody Primary School and follows a road course through Capitol Hill, passing Stanton Park, the US Capitol, the Supreme Court, the Library of Congress, Lincoln Park, the RFK stadium campus, and the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail. The 3K also starts at Peabody Primary School and runs along East Capitol Street toward Lincoln Park and back. The Fun Run is a single lap around Stanton Park of approximately one third of a mile.
Location and registration details are on file for the event address at 425 C St NE, Washington DC 20002. Registration opens 7 December 2026; fees listed for the events are $55 for the 10K, $45 for the 3K, and $20 for the Kids Fun Run, with registration closing dates in May 2027. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
