2026 District 19 FAQ


EVENT BASICS

  • District 19 will be held on Sunday, October 5, 2025, with the start and finish at Atlas Brew Works, 600 Howard Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020

  • 19 Mile: 7:30 AM

    19K: 7:45 AM

    5K: 8:30 AM

  • The event includes a 19 Mile, 19K, and 5K. Each participant receives a race T-shirt, bib, timing device, finisher medal, and post-race refreshments

  • www.districtrunningcollective.com/course

  • District 19 was created in 2020 during COVID cancellations to give DC runners a long-distance challenge. The name “19” pays homage to those we lost and the perspective gained during that time

  • https://runsignup.com/Race/DC/Washington/district19

  • 19 Mile: 7:30 AM

    19K: 7:45 AM

    5K: 8:30 AM

  • No

  • Registration fees are non-refundable. However, information about the transfer portal information will go out closer to the race date.

  • Packet pickup will be at The Village Café (1325 5th St NE, Suite G2, Washington, DC):

    Friday, Oct 3 – 5:00–8:00 PM

    Saturday, Oct 4 – 9:00 AM–2:30 PM

    Yes, someone else can pick up your bib if they bring your confirmation email or written note


  • ID or email confirmation if somebody else is picking up your bib

  • Yes, you can change the distance you’re registered for by following the instructions here: https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062923-transfer-to-another-race 

  • Yes, you can change shirt sizes by following the instructions here:   https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062913-update-t-shirt-giveaway 

  • Send an email to district19@districtrunningcollective.com and we’ll take care of it!

  • Yes! Once the race sells out, you’ll be able to join a waitlist. Registered runners who are no longer able to run the race will be able to transfer their registration to the first person on the waitlist. If a bib becomes available, you’ll receive an email and will have 24 hours to complete your registration. 

  • You can transfer your registration to another runner of your choice once the transfer portal opens (date to be announced). If the race sells out, you’ll be able to transfer your registration to someone from the waitlist.

Registration & Bib Pickup

Race Logistics

  • Yes. Free parking is available at the Anacostia Metro Station garage and nearby lots (Poplar Point, Anacostia Park). You can also use Capital Bikeshare to ride to and from the start line. 

  • Yes, the closest station is Anacostia Metro (Green Line), about a 10-minute walk from Sandlot Anacostia

  • No

  • No. This is an unsanctioned road and trail race; runners must obey traffic rules and be mindful of vehicles

    • Runners will self-seed themselves into groups at the start line according to our Wednesday run pace groups:

    • - Flyers: under 8 min/mile pace

    • - Movers: 8:00-9:00 min/mile pace

    • - Groovers 1: 9:00-9:30 min/mile pace

    • - Groovers 2: 9:30-10:15 min/mile pace

    - Cruisers: 10:15+ min/mile pace

  • All races have a 5-hour limit from the last wave. By 12:30 PM, all runners must be off course

  • Yes, children secured in strollers are allowed on the course. 

On-Course Experience

  • Please try to arrive at least 30 minutes before your race starts

  • Restrooms are available at the start/finish.

    Public restrooms are available along the course and will be identified on the course map.


  • 19 Mile: 5 stations

    19K: 3 stations

    5K: 1 station


  • Notify a volunteer at a water station, course marshal, or bike marshal so staff know you’re safe

  • Yes, medical professionals will be present at water stations and at the start/finish

  • Yes, but runners are encouraged to keep one earbud out for safety

Amenities & Services

  • T-shirts, medals, and post race fuel/refreshment

  • Yes, bag check is available at the start line. Bag check opens at 6:30 AM and closes promptly at 12:30 PM


  • Yes, photographers will be on course and at the festival

  • Results will be posted online via the official District 19 registration platform after the race

Community & Post-Race

  • Spectators are encouraged to gather at Sandlot Anacostia or along the course at designated water/cheer stations. A Family Cheer Zone is also designated at Anacostia Dr SE & South Capitol St SE

  • Yes, prizes will be given to the top finishers for each race

  • The District 19 Festival will feature snacks, recovery services, music, and community celebrations.

Safety & Weather

  • We’re running rain or shine! There could be cool weather, rain storms or high heat in DC in early October so please be prepared for the weather conditions on race day. If weather conditions are unsafe, we will notify all runners.

Get Involved Beyond Running

  • You can stay involved with us by keeping up with our Instagram @districtrunningcollective 

  • Please check on the District 19 Sponsorship page here: https://www.districtrunningcollective.com/sponsorship

  • We host weekly runs on Wednesdays and Saturdays. You can check out more information at @districtrunningcollective on IG. We also have a membership option that you can learn more about here: https://www.districtrunningcollective.com/membership.