Teams: To increase the fun, everyone will be considered part of a team! If you don’t have a specific team, join the first option to be part of our DC HBCU Alumni Alliance.
The in-person event will open at 6:00 AM and will start at 7:00 AM at The Sandlot Anacostia, 633 Howard Street, SE, Washington, DC 20020, which is accessible by metro with free parking available.
If you choose the virtual option, the 5K run/walk can be held from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on a road, a trail, a treadmill at the gym, or on a track. You can run your race at your own pace and time it yourself.
Virtual registrations include a commemorative medal and shirt. Virtual registration cannot be transferred to an in-person registration.
In-person registrations include a commemorative medal, shirt, and a race bib. Timed bibs will be given to adults only. Children will receive untimed bibs. Due to limited shirt availability, we are now mailing shirts to in-person participants who register on or after May 22, 2024. You will still receive a number bib at the race.
Photo Gallery: Meet some of the race registrants here. You can add your photo to the registrant portal after you complete your registration.
Child Registration: must be 12 or younger on the day of the event
Adult Registration: 13 or older by the day of the event
As of May 17, 2025 – If you register after May 17th, your swag items will be mailed days after the race. Shipping charges will apply.
All Race Registrations are NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE
The host hotel for the weekend is Cambria Navy Yard Riverfront Hotel, 69 Q Street,
SW, Washington, DC, 20024.
Cambria Navy Yard Riverfront Hotel,
69 Q Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024 on:
Thursday, June 26th, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Friday, June 27th, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
It is strongly encouraged that participants pick up their race packets during the designated times above.
To pick up a race packet for another participant, you will be required to provide the name and confirmation number at packet pick-up. Race packets will be mailed to all virtual registrants.
*** DO NOT bend or fold the race bib to ensure timing accuracy. *
ALUMNI ROW – This is the place for HBCU alumni, family, friends, and supporters to socialize and become reacquainted. HBCU Alumni chapters will have tables set up to provide information about each of the respective colleges and universities they represent; this is also an opportunity to meet other HBCU alumni in the Washington, DC Area. DCHBCUAA member chapters may reserve a table or marketing space in the alumni row. Reserve Your Space Today! Email vendors@dchbcu.org if you have any additional questions.
Come volunteer at the HBCU 5K Run/Walk – where community, culture, and cause come together! Whether you’re handing out water, cheering on participants, or helping with set-up and logistics, every role plays a part in supporting scholarships for students attending HBCUs. Your time and energy help ensure that this event runs smoothly and continues to make a meaningful impact.
No experience is needed—just bring your positive energy and willingness to help! Let’s uplift our future leaders together.
June 27, 2025
Perch SW – Rooftop
5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
69 Q Street,
SW, Washington, DC, 20024.
The Washington, DC Metro HBCU Alumni Alliance, Inc. is a non-profit community-based organization that collaborates mainly to strengthen the community through our impactful programs and to provide support to underserved students interested in attending HBCUs.
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