The Capitol Hill Classic has been a Capitol Hill tradition for over four decades. Sponsored by the Kitchel Injury Law in 2026 and organized by a team of dedicated volunteers, the Classic consists of a 10K, 3K, and Kids Fun Run. Proceeds from the race support the Capitol Hill Cluster School, a DC Public School.

Packet Pickup and On-Site Registration

The primary site for packet pickup and on-site registration will be at Peabody Primary School (at 425 C St NE).

Packet Pickup dates and times are as follows:

• Friday, May 15th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

• Saturday, May 16th from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

• Sunday, May 17th from 7:00 AM to 8:15 AM (smaller staff will remain until 11:00 AM to handle 3K & fun run participants)

Race Day Schedule

Race day is Sunday, May 17th, 2026, and all races will start and finish in front of Peabody Primary School (425 C St NE). See the course maps for complete details on the start/finish and courses.

• 10K race start: 8:30 AM

• 3K race start: immediately following conclusion of 10K (approximately 10:30 AM)

• fun run start: immediately following conclusion of 3K (approximately 11:00 AM)