Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC

MAR
21
2026
Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC offers a music filled Half Marathon and 5K through iconic monuments, finishing at the Capitol amid cherry blossoms. Expect live bands, festive crowds and unforgettable DC views.
Sat 21 Mar 2026
Half Marathon 5 kilometers

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Event details

Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC is a Rock 'n' Roll Running Series weekend in Washington, DC, United States, organized by IRONMAN. The 2026 event date is March 21, 2026. The event offers two main distances: Half Marathon and 5K. The course passes several national monuments, including the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial, and finishes in front of the Capitol Building. The event takes place during the spring cherry blossom season; an average air temperature is listed as 48°F / 9°C. The nearest airport shown is DCA.

Registration, race options and partners

Standard entry prices shown are $170.00 for the half marathon and $99.00 for the 5K. A Remix Challenge option allows participants to add an additional race distance over the same weekend. St. Jude charity entries are available, including St. Jude Hero options with benefits such as free race entry, race-day hospitality, a Heroes singlet or tech shirt, and a personal fundraising page. Team St. Jude entries offer a personal fundraising page and prize eligibility based on funds raised. The event lists partners including St. Jude, Athletic Brewing, Celsius, FitVine, The Feed and Wahoo Fitness. The Rock 'n' Roll Running Series is presented with running and music elements along the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
5 km