Saturday Long Run + Service Saturday at Grounded Café & Plant Shop
Plant Shop, Café, and Wellness Studio.
Our space is designed to be a third place where people can enjoy the benefits of biophilic design, sip healthy drinks, and move their bodies in our wellness studio.
This week, we’re switching things up. Our Saturday Long Run is moving from Union Market to Grounded Café & Plant Shop—and we’re launching our first DRC Service Saturday in partnership with WABA and our nonprofit arm, District Running Community.
Instead of just logging miles, we’ll be using this run to conduct a run audit that will help inform DC leadership on how to make green spaces more accessible for residents in Wards 7 and 8. This is your chance to lace up and contribute to meaningful change in our city.
After the miles, stick around for activations, lite bites for the soul, and good vibes inside Grounded’s beautiful plant-filled space.
15% off all drinks and plants during your visit (just mention DRC)
Optional wellness classes in the Grounded Wellness Studio — book ahead here with code MIG2025 for 15% off (mats provided)
Learn more about Grounded’s Plant Shop, Café, and Wellness Studio with a short welcome + tour from their team
DRC Service Saturday + Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA)
Why it matters: We’ll use our miles to conduct a run audit that will inform DC leadership about how to make green spaces more accessible to residents in Wards 7 and 8. Then hang back for activations and lite bites for the soul.
District Running Community Mission:
District Running Community's mission is to foster a healthier and more vibrant community by providing scholarships, resources, and programs that promote physical fitness, health, and wellness among youth and underserved populations. We are dedicated to breaking down barriers to access and empowering individuals to achieve their full potential through the power of running and community support.
Rules + Guidelines.
Every Monday head over to districtrunningcollective.com/events and sign up for that week’s Saturday run.
Can’t attend after signing up? Please don’t be a “no show”, as we are only allowing 2 before we are unable to have you back.
Please select the correct time slot for your anticipated run
3 mile and long distance groups this Saturday
Upon arrival to Union Market you will need to determine your desired pace group.
Runners must check-in with a DRC Captain upon arrival at meet location.
Code of Conduct Notice
District Running Collective is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive space for all runners. By RSVPing, you agree to uphold our community standards—treating others with respect, following group running etiquette, and refraining from any form of harassment or disruptive behavior.
Zero tolerance for inappropriate conduct. Violators will be removed from events and reported to the appropriate authorities.
Bag check is not available. DRC is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please come ready to run.
📄 View our full Code of Conduct HERE
Join us for the 6th Annual District 19 Race Series – featuring a 5K, 19K, and 19-Miler through the streets of DC.
Pace is secondary. Presence is everything.
Registration is open now. Sign up, lace up, and move with meaning.
Timeline
7:00am - 7:35pm - 6 and 10 mile Meet + Run
8:00am - 8:30pm - 3 mile Meet + Run
Route review + instructions
Post run - Quick stretch + depart
We greatly appreciate your cooperation. :)
VIEW ROUTE OPTIONs ON STRAVA
View the upcoming DRC running route options available on STRAVA. Take some time to review the route options in advance to help you become acquainted with the course before the morning run begins. Additionally, consider joining the DRC Run Club to access even more route options and to become a part of our expanding community on STRAVA, where you can connect with fellow runners.
Contribute
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