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The H Street Runners are hosting the “Last Annual Running of the Streetcar” on March 28, 2026 to mark the end of the DC Streetcar service along H Street NE and Benning Road.
The Mount Vernon Trail has been named the inaugural Trail of the Year by the Public Lands Alliance, the organization announced at its annual conference in Daytona Beach on February 23rd.
The Taco Bell DC 50K is back. The free ultramarathon, one of the most unique running events in the Washington, D.C. area, returns on November 27, 2026, sending runners to eight Taco Bell locations across Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.
For this week’s Run Club Spotlight, we chatted with the folks over at Every Person Run Club, a Navy Yard-based group that welcomes all runners, regardless of pace, experience level, or ability.
With a Mission, Vision, and Values that would make even the most successful non-profit blush, this group means it when they say they are for “Every Person”.
Training for a marathon is less about a single race and more about a complete shift in how you spend your time and energy. Easy miles become mandatory, weekends revolve around long runs, and patience becomes your most important skill. Having a reliable guide makes that transition much smoother.
While many of us struggled to log miles amidst the crippling ice storm that hit the DC region in January, Arlington ultramarathoner Mike Wardian set out to run a 50K ultramarathon on every continent in seven days.
Whether you’re deep in marathon prep, grinding through winter base miles, or trying to fall back in love with the sport, these six books deserve a spot on your shelf. They are the ultimate reminders of why we lace up in the first place.
In the bustling running scene of Washington, D.C., few groups have managed to cultivate a sense of "team" quite like the Northeast Track Club (NETC). Known for their high energy and inclusive atmosphere, NETC has become a staple for those looking to push their limits while building genuine friendships.
We sat down with the team behind NETC to learn more about what happens at the track and why this community is about so much more than just a lap time.
There's something primal about speed work. No scenic distractions, no conquering elevation—just you, the pavement, and the clock. DC's topography might be famous for its hills (looking at you, Rock Creek Park), but the city delivers when you need pancake-flat terrain to hammer out tempo runs, intervals, or those soul-crushing 400-meter repeats.
Here's where to find your speed in the District and beyond.
Runners interested in racing the 2026 Marine Corps 17.75K on March 21 can register for the race now. The event, which takes place at Prince William Forest Park, gives finishers “Access Granted” passes guaranteeing access to the 51st Marine Corps Marathon on October 25.