RACE Theme

This year’s race theme, "SEEDED", embodies the transformative power of running. Just as harsh conditions forge resilient plants, running fortifies us, preparing us to face challenges in our world, country, and community. With every heartbeat, we plant the seeds of perseverance. Each bead of sweat waters our resolve, and with every stride, our goals rise taller and stronger. Join us in celebrating the strength we cultivate through running and the unbreakable roots we establish together.

The finish line is our harvest — the results of our hard work. But even after the race, what we've planted remains, roots intertwined, creating a strong foundation for our community to withstand anything. One seed can produce many fruits, and together, we can bring about generational change.

District 19 is more than just a race; it's a movement. It empowers runners to positively impact their communities while achieving personal goals. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time participant, you'll find inspiration and camaraderie here. Join us and be part of something special!

About DISTRICT 19

This October, we proudly celebrate a decade of impact with our fifth annual District 19 race series. As a cornerstone event of the District Running Collective, District 19 has become a symbol of unity and strength for the DC running community. Building on the tremendous success of last year’s 10-year anniversary celebration, we're committed to making 2024 even more spectacular. Join us for an unforgettable race experience that not only highlights the spirit and resilience of our runners but also showcases the growth and evolution of our collective. Get ready for a bigger, better, and more exhilarating event as we push the boundaries and continue our journey together.

District 19 is a dynamic race experience originally created to help DC runners cope with the cancellation of the fall race season and long-distance race experience during the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. We chose the number 19 for our annual race series to continue to pay homage to those we’ve lost but also the tremendous perspective gained in the year 2020.

Our miles are forever dedicated to you. For our city, our communities, and the culture. These miles are coming.

dATE

Sunday, October 6, 2024

location

Sandlot Anacostia
(633 Howard Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020)

NOTE: Race entry sales are final, non-transferable and non-refundable.

Course

Heads up! This isn’t your normal race.

Heads up! This isn’t your normal race. District 19 is an unsanctioned, road and trail run experience that will weave through all corners and quadrants of the District. You can think of it as a normal weekend long run where everyone has the same route as you. Both courses will start and end at the same location and there will be course markers along the way to guide you.

Registration FEES

19 Miler Entry Fee

2024 Entry Fee: $70 + tax

19K Entry Fee

2024 Entry Fee: $60 + tax

5K Entry Fee

2024 Entry Fee: $50 + tax

About the 19 Miler

For individuals who are seeking a near-marathon distance. All 19 Miler participants will receive an official race t-shirt, post-race snack , and finisher medal.

About the 19K (11.8 miles)

For individuals who are seeking a near half-marathon distance. This is also an option for relaxed-pace runners who may take longer than 4 hours and 40 minutes to complete 19 Miler. All 19K participants will receive an official race t-shirt, post-race snack , and finisher medal.

About the 5K (3.1 miles)

For individuals who are seeking a fun run or want to race their fastest 5K. All 5K participants will receive an official race t-shirt, post-race snack , and finisher medal.

Race start time

7:30AM

Seeding Times + Corral Waves

In order to ensure a safe start in the 19 Miler, 19K and 5K, we will be lining up runners into corrals based on submitted times at race sign-up. Corrals will be released in increments to avoid crowding throughout the race. Therefore, it is important that runners adhere to their designated corral and do not show up early during other start times. Individuals that do not submit a time will be placed in the last corral of the race.

Time Limit

In order to ensure safety of runners and volunteers, we will leave the course open for five hours after the start of the last wave for each race. Therefore, all water stations and other volunteer resources will no longer be available after this cut-off time.

Safety Rules

On race day, ensure your bib is visible and attached to the outermost shirt/top or pant/bottom.

• Be aware of your surroundings and if listening to music during the race, please consider leaving one earbud out of your ear to ensure you can hear and notice any activity.

• Follow pedestrian rules at all times. The roads will NOT be blocked off for runners.

• Be careful of potholes and other obstructions on the course and at the start and finish. Be considerate of other community members utilizing the same path and roads as you.

• Follow traffic rules at all times. The roads will NOT be blocked off for runners. Be careful of potholes and other obstructions on the course and at the start and finish.

• If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms on race day, you should not participate in the race, and instead should stay home and call your healthcare provider: Fever (subjective or 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit) or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, or otherwise feeling unwell.

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