The Capitol City Chase 5k, 10k, & Half takes place on Sunday, 31 May 2026 at 6:30 AM EDT along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal path in Washington, DC. This scenic event starts and finishes at two different Georgetown locations: the Half Marathon begins and ends near the Potomac Boat Club, while the 5K and 10K start and finish at Fletcher's Boat House. Walkers are welcome to attend. Virtual participation options are available with or without medal and shirt.
Distance
Start Time
Start / Finish Location
Walkers Welcome
Half Marathon （13.1 miles）
6:30 AM
Near Potomac Boat Club （Georgetown）
Yes
10K
6:30 AM
Fletcher's Boat House
Yes
5K
6:30 AM
Fletcher's Boat House
Yes
Course: All distances run on the scenic Chesapeake & Ohio Canal towpath, a flat and historic route offering views of the Potomac River and DC's natural landscape. Virtual participants can run anywhere, with medal and shirt options available for an additional fee. For more information, contact Travis Bishop via the event website.
Races Offered
10K
May 31, 2026
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Distance —
10km
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Running
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06:30
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$54.98
5K
May 31, 2026
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Distance —
5km
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Running
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06:30
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$38.96
Half Marathon
May 31, 2026
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Distance —
21km
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Type —
Running
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06:30
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$76.33
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Washington.
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13.0° / 23.1°
wb_sunnyFeels like
11.6° / 22.0°
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Avg sunshine hours
9h 45m
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Avg rainfall
4.6 mm
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Avg snowfall
—
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Avg wind speed
9.5 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
terrain
Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
High (6.0)
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Humidity
71.8%
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Sunrise
05:54
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Sunset
20:14
About Washington
Learn more about the host city, Washington.
Washington, D.C., officially the District of Columbia and commonly known as simply Washington or D.C., is the capital city and federal district of the United States. The city is on the Potomac River across from Virginia and shares land borders with Maryland to its north and east. It was named after George Washington, a Founding Father and the first president of the United States. The district is named for Columbia, the female personification of the nation, through which human form and attributes are applied to the United States.
