22nd annual Potomac River Run Marathon & Half - Registration is sold out, but you may become a sponsor or buy dinner tickets or cab ride ticket -- just click REGISTER NOW in the green bubble above Logo

22nd annual Potomac River Run Marathon & Half - Registration is sold out, but you may become a sponsor or buy dinner tickets or cab ride ticket -- just click REGISTER NOW in the green bubble above

Past Event
Mon, May 5, 2025
Washington, DC
4940 Canal Road NW
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About this race

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

📅 Events Schedule

  • May 1: 2:00 PM-6:45 PM, packet assembly and early-bird packet pick-up at ACE Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Institute, 2841 Hartland Road #401, Falls Church VA.
  • May 2: 12 noon to 5:45 PM packet pick-up at Pacers Running Store, 3100 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlington VA.
  • May 2: 6:15 PM to 8:15 PM pre-race dinner at Big Tony's Pizzeria with guest speaker Dr. Ben Pearl, DPM.
  • May 3: On-site packet pickup at Fletcher's Cove, 4940 Canal Road NW, Washington DC, followed by marathon starts at 8:00 AM and half marathon at 9:00 AM.

🌅 Course Information

  • Course Type: Flat, scenic, and beautiful views of the Potomac River, out'n'back, starting and finishing at Fletcher's Cove.
  • Certification: USATF certified course.
  • Elevation: Highest point is 44m, lowest point is 12m above sea level. The race course is 99% crushed gravel.
  • Facilities: Aid stations will close down as the last runner approaches.

🚗 Parking and Transportation

  • Parking Limitation: Parking is limited at Fletcher's Cove, and off-site parking is encouraged.
  • Off-Site Options: Consider parking at The River School entrance, W Street area, or Palisades Library.
  • Taxi Service: Round-trip Red Top Cab rides are available for $10 from Crystal City Marriott to Fletcher's Cove.
  • Ride Registration: Please register for taxi service AT LEAST TWO DAYS in advance.

📖 Additional Information

  • Pre-race Dinner: Dinner at Big Tony's Pizzeria on May 2, at 6:15 PM, available for $10.
  • Book Purchase: Order an authorgraphed copy of the race director's book The Man Who Stole The Sun for $14.
  • Website: For every detail about marathon weekend, visit www.safetyandhealthfoundation.org/marathon.
  • Date and Location: The race is scheduled for 2025-05-05 at 4940 Canal Road NW, Washington, DC. More details can be found at registration link.

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