Washington, DC · Half Marathon · 8K
National Women's Half Marathon & 8K
National Women's Half Marathon & 8K is a half marathon and 8K event held in Washington, Washington, DC. It is usually held in May; the exact date hasn't been confirmed in the listing yet. About 3,000 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- May
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Field size
- ~3,000 runners
Race details
- Usually held in
- May (date not confirmed)
- Location
- Washington, Washington, DC
- Distances
- Half Marathon, 8K
- Field size
- About 3,000 runners
- Course
- Flat and fast
- Registration
- nationalwomenshalf.events
- Official website
- nationalwomenshalf.events
About the National Women's Half Marathon & 8K
A women's-focused half marathon and 8K starting and finishing at West Potomac Park along DC's monuments and riverfront.
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National Women's Half Marathon & 8K: common questions
- When is the National Women's Half Marathon & 8K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in May. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the National Women's Half Marathon & 8K held?
- In Washington, Washington, DC.
- What distances does the National Women's Half Marathon & 8K offer?
- Half Marathon and 8K.
- How many people run the National Women's Half Marathon & 8K?
- About 3,000 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the National Women's Half Marathon & 8K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at nationalwomenshalf.events. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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