St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon
Washington's spring half starts near the National Mall and mixes monument views with Rock Creek terrain, live music, and a meaningful early cutoff.
Quick facts
- Central start near Constitution Avenue and the National Mall.
- Rock Creek section adds terrain and an important intermediate cutoff.
- Four-hour overall course limit.
- Live bands and a large finish festival shape the race-day feel.
Is registration open for the 2027 St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon is open.
About the St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon
The St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon gives runners a large, music-driven tour that begins beside the federal core and finishes with a city festival. It is accessible with a four-hour overall limit, but the Rock Creek closure point means back-of-pack runners cannot treat the first miles casually.
Course
The half starts at Constitution Avenue and 14th Street NW, uses central Washington roads and Rock Creek sections, and returns toward the finish festival. The course is not uniformly flat. Runners should save effort for rollers while still reaching the early Rock Creek checkpoint on schedule.
Race-day weather
March in Washington can swing from near-freezing rain to mild sun. Humidity is usually manageable, but wind around open monument areas and a warming late morning can change effort. Layer for the start, then race by feel once the course enters more sheltered roads.
Past St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, March 20, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, March 21, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
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St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon FAQ
When is the St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon?
The 2027 St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon is on Saturday, March 20, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 St. Jude Rock 'n' Roll Washington DC Half Marathon is open. View the official registration details at runrocknroll.com.
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