2026 Capitol Hill Classic 10K, 3K, and Fun Run

Event Overview

• Name: Capitol Hill Classic 10K, 3K, and Fun Run
• Date: 2026-05-17
• Location: 425 C St NE, Washington, DC
• More Info: Visit Race Page

Race Purpose

• Organizer: Kitchel Injury Law
• Beneficiary: Funds raised benefit the Capitol Hill Cluster School.
• Impact: Supports over 1,100 students in a DC public school.
• History: The race started in 1980: the 10K is the oldest and biggest in Washington, DC.

10K Course Details

• Starting Point: In front of Peabody Primary School.
• Proximity: Just a few blocks from the US Capitol.
• Route: Traverse Capitol Hill, passing several landmarks.
• Landmarks: Includes Stanton Park, the Capitol, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, Lincoln Park, RFK stadium campus, and the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail.

3K Course Details

• Starting Point: Begins at Peabody Primary School.
• Route: Runners head to East Capitol Street.
• Turnaround: Treks to Lincoln Park and back.
• Length: 3 kilometers in total.

Fun Run Details

• Course: A single lap around Stanton Park.
• Distance: Approximately a third of a mile.
• Accessibility: Designed for fun and family participation.
• Grean for Growth: Encourages community engagement and physical activity.