Sunday, October 4, 2026
Anacostia, Washington, DC 20020
NOTE: Race entry sales are final and non-refundable.
Price increases to $75.00 after June 30, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
Price increases to $65.00 after June 30, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
Price increases to $55.00 after June 30, 2026 at 11:59pm EDT
Let’s get started
District 19 returns for year seven with a new signal. Born from the belief that running can be a form of activism, District 19 was created as a way to reclaim space, build community, and move with purpose. In a time filled with noise, uncertainty, and division, we turn to movement once again as our voice. This October, every mile becomes a signal and every runner becomes part of something bigger.
TUNE IN. FIND THE FREQUENCY.
About DISTRICT 19
District 19 is a run crew-led race experience created by District Running Collective in Washington, DC. Featuring 5K, 19K, and 19 Mile distances, the event was built to challenge traditional race culture and create a more community-centered experience rooted in storytelling, culture, and the city itself. What started as a response to uncertain times has grown into one of the country’s most culturally significant crew-led races, bringing together runners from across the nation to celebrate movement, community, and the future of running culture.
the BASICS
Course
Heads up! This isn’t your normal race.
District 19 is an unsanctioned, road and trail run experience that will weave through all corners and quadrants of the District. You can think of it as a normal weekend long run where everyone has the same route as you. All courses will start and end at the same location and there will be course markers along the way to guide you.
distances
About the 19 Miler
For individuals who are seeking a near-marathon distance. All 19 Miler participants will receive an official race t-shirt, post-race snack , and finisher medal.
About the 19K (11.8 miles)
For individuals who are seeking a near half-marathon distance. This is also an option for relaxed-pace runners who may take longer than 4 hours and 40 minutes to complete 19 Miler. All 19K participants will receive an official race t-shirt, post-race snack , and finisher medal.
About the 5K (3.1 miles)
For individuals who are seeking a fun run or want to race their fastest 5K. All 5K participants will receive an official race t-shirt, post-race snack , and finisher medal.
Race start time
7:30AM
Seeding Times + Corral Waves: In order to ensure a safe start in the 19 Miler, 19K and 5K, we will be lining up runners into corrals based on submitted times at race sign-up. Corrals will be released in increments to avoid crowding throughout the race. Therefore, it is important that runners adhere to their designated corral and do not show up early during other start times. Individuals that do not submit a time will be placed in the last corral of the race.
Safety Rules
On race day, ensure your bib is visible and attached to the outermost shirt/top or pant/bottom.
Be aware of your surroundings and if listening to music during the race, please consider leaving one earbud out of your ear to ensure you can hear and notice any activity.
Follow pedestrian rules at all times. The roads will NOT be blocked off for runners.
Be careful of potholes and other obstructions on the course and at the start and finish. Be considerate of other community members utilizing the same path and roads as you.
Follow traffic rules at all times. The roads will NOT be blocked off for runners. Be careful of potholes and other obstructions on the course and at the start and finish.
If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms on race day, you should not participate in the race, and instead should stay home and call your healthcare provider: Fever (subjective or 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit) or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, or otherwise feeling unwell.