RACE WEEK EVENTS
From group rides and runs to bike skills clinics, to our Packet Pickup Expo at REI DC, there’s something for everyone leading up to race day
wEDNESDAY august 13 — Training & Skills
6:30 AM: Brick Workout
Hosted by GRIT USA
A brick workout is a training session where you bike first and then run without rest to mimic triathlon race transitions. 1 hour bike followed by 30 min run, all paces welcome!
📍 Hains Point
5:30 PM: Women & Beginner Clinic
Hosted by Equip Racing
A free, USA Cycling-sanctioned bike skills clinic for women and beginner racers. Attendees will rotate through bike racing skills stations, get to pre-ride the CCC course, and receive USAC upgrade points!
📍 The Fields at RFK Campus
Saturday august 16 — Packet Pickup Expo @ REI DC
Start your race weekend at our Packet Pickup Expo hosted by REI DC! This pre-race celebration brings the community together with a bike ride and an shakeout run with GRIT USA. From 12–5 PM, the expo comes alive with local vendors, live music, and exclusive CCC merchandise. Racers can pick up their packets, shop gear, and soak in the festival vibe while connecting with fellow cyclists, runners, and supporters.
10:30 AM: Community Ride
Hosted by Equip Racing
Join Equip Racing for an easy-paced community bike ride through some of our favorite local roads. Open to all levels, this social ride is the perfect way to loosen up your legs, connect with fellow riders, and kick off race weekend with good vibes and great company.
📍 REI DC
11:00 AM: Shakeout Run & Walk
Hosted by GRIT USA
Hosted by GRIT USA, the shakeout run is designed to get your body moving and primed for Sunday’s main event. This relaxed group run welcomes runners of all paces and is the ideal pre-race tune-up for both body and mind.
📍 REI DC
Sunday august 17 — Chocolate City Criterium
All roads lead to this! Join thousands of spectators and racers for DC’s premier criterium and cultural festival.