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Sunday, May 2nd, 2027
Ohio Drive Southwest, Washington DC
Half
51–71°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
47–59°F
dry
2025
68–87°F
dry
2024
57–88°F
dry
2023
46–56°F
dry
2022
54–81°F
dry
2021
54–84°F
dry
2020
47–69°F
dry
2019
57–85°F
rain
2018
50–87°F
dry
2017
59–73°F
rain
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About this race
Event Overview
The 8th Annual National Women's Half Marathon & 8K will be held on Sunday, May 2, 2027 in our Nation's Capital, and will start and finish at West Potomac Park in the heart of the excitement that is Washington DC! #NationalWomensHalf
Event Details and Schedule
- Date: May 2, 2027
- Location: West Potomac Park, Washington, DC
- Events: Half Marathon and 8K
- Fundraising: Participate to support women's health initiatives
Stay Connected
- Follow Us: The National Women's Half Marathon & 8K on Facebook
- Website: Visit NationalWomensHalf.events for race information.
- Registration: Sign up at Event Registration
- Hashtag: Use #NationalWomensHalf to join the conversation!
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