ACE Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Institute 23½th annual Potomac River Run Marathon & Half, in memory of Dean Shulman and Wendy Martinez

Event Overview

• Organizer: Sponsored by ACE Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Institute
• Contact: If it hurts, call ACE-PT first at 703-205-1233
• Date: October 17, 2026
• Location: Fletcher's Cove, 4940 Canal Road NW, Washington, DC

Pre-Race Events

• Packet Pickup: Friday, October 16, from 12:00 noon to 5:45 PM at Pacers Running Store, 3100 Clarendon Boulevard
• Pasta Dinner: Friday, October 16, at 6:15 PM at Big Tony's Pizzeria, 3100 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlington VA, featuring a guest speaker.
• Race-Day Packet Pickup: Saturday, October 17, from 6:45 AM to 8:45 AM, onsite at Fletcher's Cove.
• More Info: For details, visit Race Registration.

Course Details

• Type: Flat, scenic, beautiful views of the Potomac River.
• Certification: Boston Marathon-qualifying course DC21001RT
• Elevation: Highest point is 44m above sea level, lowest point is 12m above sea level.
• Canal Towpath: Enjoy a lovely day on the C&O Canal Towpath with historical displays about the canal.

Awards and Timing

• Start Times: The 8 AM marathon is a Boston qualifier.
• Awards: $250 to 1st, $150 to 2nd, $100 to 3rd overall M/F in the Full Marathon.
• Age Group Awards: SHF awards to 1st, 2nd, 3rd by 10-year age group M/F in both marathons.
• Grand Prix: This race is the third of Safety And Health Foundation's 2022 Grand Prix.

Logistics

• Directions: Fletcher's Cove is two miles west of Georgetown at 4940 Canal Road NW.
• Parking: Around 285 free parking spaces are available. Please carpool.
• Drop-off Instructions: Best drop-off point is at the top of the ramp leading to Fletcher's Cove.
• Facilities: Managed with assistance from Gib Leonard, TeamAfrica.com and DC Capital Striders.

Packet Pickup

• Pre-Race Pickup: Pick up bib number, t-shirt, and goodie bag at ACE Physical Therapy, 2841 Hartland Road #401, Falls Church VA.
• Race-Day Pickup: At picnic tables at Fletcher's Cove from 7:15 AM to 8:45 AM.
• Proxy Pickup: You may pick up someone else's bib number if you bring a signed note.
• Headphone Policy: Please do not wear headphones at the start, midpoint, or finish line for announcements.