St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington DC

St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC brings a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a 5K (3.1 miles) to Washington, District of Columbia, on March 20, 2027. The course takes in the capital's best-known monuments, among them the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial, before finishing near the Capitol. As part of the international Rock 'n' Roll series, the route is lined with live bands, DJs, and cheer squads, and runners can join the St. Jude Heroes program to raise money for pediatric cancer research.

Music every mile changes how a race feels, so decide in advance whether you are racing or riding the atmosphere. If you want a fast half, run the first three miles by feel and save the effort for the closing stretch toward the Capitol. If this is your first 13.1, a 12-week build with a weekly long run stepping up to 11 miles will get you there comfortably. The 5K suits runners who want the same setting over a shorter morning.