Welcome to the annual HBCU 5K Run/Walk! 👟👟 This dynamic and inspiring community event celebrates the powerful legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) while championing health, wellness, and education. Each year, participants of all ages and fitness levels come together for a high-energy day of movement, fellowship, and cultural pride.
Every step you take helps fuel our mission—raising scholarship funds for deserving local students who dream of attending an HBCU. These scholarships remove financial barriers and empower the next generation of leaders to continue a legacy of excellence and service.
Thank you for investing in your personal wellness, supporting local businesses and our economy, and helping build brighter futures and stronger communities. Whether you join us in person or virtually, every registration counts. Let’s run with purpose! 👟✨
📍 Location: The Bridge District
633 Howard Street, SE
Washington, DC 20020
heights:
⏰ Event Opens: 7:00 AM
🏁 Race Start: 8:00 AM
Course Closes: 9:30 AM
Can’t join us in person? Participate from anywhere! With the virtual option, you choose the location and pace that works best for you. Run, jog, or walk on a road, trail, track, or treadmill—on your schedule and on your terms. You’ll time your own race and still be part of the HBCU 5K experience.
Virtual registrations include a commemorative medal and race shirt, which will be mailed directly to you. Please note: virtual registrations cannot be transferred to in-person registrations.
Experience the energy and community of race day live! In-person registrations include a commemorative medal, race shirt, and race bib.
Meet some of the race participants here, in the race photo gallery. You can add your photo in your registrant portal after you complete your registration. The link to your portal can be found in your confirmation email.
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.
Registration link coming soon
Cambria Navy Yard Riverfront Hotel – Rooftop
Thursday, June 25th, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Friday, June 26th, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
We strongly encourage all participants to pick up their race packets during the designated pick-up times to ensure a smooth and stress-free race day.
Picking up for a friend? No problem—just bring the participant’s name and bib number to packet pick-up. Participant bib numbers will be assigned the week of the event and can be found in your registrant portal.
Important Reminder: Do not bend or fold your race bib, as this may affect timing accuracy. Participants who register on or after May 16 will receive a race bib only at race packet pick-up. Your commemorative shirt and medal will be mailed after the race.
Greek Giveback
A dynamic hybrid fundraiser designed to help local Black Greek Letter Organizations raise funds for scholarships. Support the mission and give back in a meaningful way. Join here today!
Alumni Row
Reconnect, reminisce, and represent! Alumni Row is the hub for HBCU alumni, family, friends, and supporters to network and celebrate HBCU pride. Alumni chapters will host tables showcasing their colleges and universities, creating opportunities to connect with fellow HBCU graduates across the DC area. DCHBCUAA member chapters may reserve a table or marketing space. Reserve your space here today!
Vendors
Shop, showcase, and connect! Vendors will be open for business throughout the event. All vendor applications are reviewed, and approved vendors will be notified by email. Submit your registration here today!
📧 Questions? Email vendors@dchbcu.org
⏰ Application Deadline: May 31, 2026
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.
Friday, June 26, 2026
Cambria Navy Yard Riverfront Hotel
69 Q Street, SW, Washington, DC, 20024
Perch SW – Rooftop
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
69 Q Street,
SW, Washington, DC, 20024.