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Sunday, August 16th, 2026
4940 Canal Rd NW, Washington DC
Half · 5K
69–85°F · rain likely
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
74–89°F
dry
2024
65–86°F
dry
2023
67–86°F
dry
2022
64–80°F
dry
2021
72–76°F
rain
2020
67–72°F
rain
2019
73–85°F
rain
2018
68–87°F
dry
2017
70–86°F
dry
2016
74–94°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Aug 16
Cloudy · 68–93°F
Sunday, Aug 16starts near 68°F · 39% chance of rain · wind up to 9 mph
About this race
Race Overview
Come out and enjoy this scenic half & 5k in the heart of Georgetown near the Nation’s Capital. Both events run on the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal path, however the Half Marathon begins/ends in Georgetown near the Potomac Boat Club while the 5K begins/ends at Fletcher’s Boat House.
Event Details
- Date: 2026-08-16
- Location: 4940 Canal Rd NW, Washington, DC
- Website: Race Roster
- Walking: Walkers are welcome to attend this event.
Additional Information
For more information, visit Bishop's Events.
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