THE LEGACY LOOP 5k

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A fast, high-energy 5K on the Chocolate City Criterium race course

Join us on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at RFK Campus for the Legacy Loop 5K — a unique race inside one of DC’s signature summer sports events. Whether you’re lining up for the DC Run Club Championship or the Community 5K, expect a fun, fast, and unforgettable atmosphere.

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RACE FORMAT

  • Elite Wave

    Full gas elite wave for sub-20 minute paces

  • Group of people running and smiling on the street during a marathon or fun run event, black and white photo.

    Community Wave

    A wave for everyone with 20-45 minute paces

  • A decorated championship belt with the text 'Legacy Loop DC Champ 5K Invitational' and floral designs.

    Run Club Championship

    The ultimate showdown for District crews

  • A street scene at the Chocolate City Criterium race event with participants, spectators, and support staff, and a large banner overhead with event logos.

    Unique Course

    4 laps around the Chocolate City Crit course

  • Sign that reads 'The Fields at RFK Campus' with a playground and trees in the background.

    Washington, DC

    In the heart of Chocolate City at The Fields at RFK Stadium

  • Group of six marathon runners running along a bridge with the Washington Monument visible in the background, black and white photograph.

    Date & Time

    August 15, 2026 @ 5 pm as part of Chocolate City Criterium

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DC Run Club ChampionshiP

The DC Run Club Championship gives local run clubs a chance to line up, race hard, and compete for bragging rights at Chocolate City Criterium.

What’s on the line?

The Legacy Loop Championship Belt: A wrestling-style title belt awarded to the fastest run club.

Run Clubs

Send your best. Race for the title. Earn the bragging rights.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • There are two waves: the DC Run Club Championship Wave for runners targeting sub-18 minute 5k pace, and the Community 5k Wave for runners targeting 18-45 minute 5k pace.

    The course is a unique 4 laps around the Chocolate City Criterium race course.

  • Runners targeting sub-18 minute 5k pace and clubs looking to compete for the DC Run Club Championship.

  • Runners targeting 18-45 minute 5k pace who want to be part of the event in a competitive but welcoming environment.

  • No! While the Legacy Look 5k is designed to highlight DC’s rich running culture and the clubs that make it possible, you don’t have to be in a club to participate. That said, we highly encourage you to join one of DC’s great clubs.

  • Yes! Each team must have a minimum of 5 runners to qualify for the Run Club Championship but there is no maximum. In fact, the more runners you bring, the better your final score!

  • Yes! All waves of the Legacy Loop 5k are professionally timed for both individuals and teams. Results will be posted to RunSignup.com.

  • The Legacy Loop 5k uses a cross-country-like scoring system where teams will be scored by their top 5 fastest runners, but with a slight twist that rewards teams that show out in numbers. Make no mistakes – speed will still win the day – but teams who run deep have the potential to tip the scales in their favor.

  • Everyone who completes the Legacy Loop 5k will receive a high quality finishers medal.

    There will also be awards for Top 3 fastest men, women, and the fastest club will be awarded the Legacy Loop Championship Belt.

Be part of race day at Chocolate City Criterium.

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